Srinagar International Airport was forced to cancel many flights due to bad weather on Saturday as the region received the first significant snow of the winter season. Industry operations have been shut down due to the poor climate, and authorities will consider reopening if the meteorological conditions improve. Passengers are urged not to proceed to the airport without first confirming the flight’s status.
Conditions for air travel are unsafe due to heavy snowfall and dense fog. Flights were grounded primarily due to snow accumulation on the runway and decreased visibility. “Our first goal is to ensure the safety of both passengers and crew. Although we are working hard to clear the runway, flight operations are still reliant on the current weather, an airport official stated. Many travellers are stuck at the airport as a result of the delays.
The airport authority has informed that all flights to Srinagar have been suspended. All the flights to and from Srinagar Airport have been called off owing to bad weather. About this, travelers are urged to contact their airline providers for more information. X the Srinagar Airport posted, “We regret the inconvenience caused and much appreciate your understanding.” IndiGo said on X that all their flights to the valley have been cancelled because of poor weather in Srinagar, where there is a temporary closure to the airport’s runway. This was communicated by Srinath because, due to the change in weather Srinagar Airport’s runway has been shut down at the moment. Unfortunately, this implies we have to gradually cancel flights yet again,” the IndiGo post on X said.
Due to heavy snowfall and poor visibility, Srinagar Airport was closed on Friday, disrupting travel plans and resulting in the cancellation of all flights to and from the city. As airport officials work to restore normalcy while putting safety first, travellers are asked to stay informed of any new developments. The snowfall has hampered road travel and aeroplane travel. Travellers are further inconvenienced by the partial closure of the Srinagar-Jammu National Highway due to icy conditions. Before departing, according to authorities, travellers are advised to stay informed about road conditions and exercise caution.
Over the next 24 hours, the Meteorological Department predicts more snowfall, especially in higher-altitude regions. Schedule changes for flights and road connectivity may result from this. It is advised that passengers keep in contact with airlines and plan for any last-minute changes to their itinerary. The snowfall has created logistical challenges, but it has also added to the area’s winter allure by attracting tourists who come to see Kashmir’s stunning scenery. Authorities are attempting to strike a balance between visitors’ enjoyment of the Valley and safety concerns. Offering stranded travellers and eager tourists a glimmer of hope, airport officials will keep a close eye on the weather throughout the day to decide whether to resume flights.
