Civil Aviation Resources Network News on June 28, 2024: According to comprehensive foreign media reports, on June 28, local time, heavy rain continued to hit New Delhi, the capital of India, and a roof collapse accident occurred in Terminal 1 of Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi, India, and the airport emergency services took immediate action. According to the latest information, the accident has killed 1 person and injured 8 people.
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It is reported that the accident occurred at around 5:30 a.m. local time on June 28, and the New Delhi Fire Department said: "We received a call that the roof of Terminal 1 of the Indira Gandhi International Airport in New Delhi collapsed, and three fire engines immediately rushed to the scene. ”
India's Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, said the rescue operation is ongoing. In a social media post, it said: "I am closely following the roof collapse of the T1 terminal at New Delhi Airport. The first rescuers have arrived at the scene. At the same time, all airlines are advised to assist affected passengers in T1. The injured have been rushed to the hospital. At present, the rescue operation is still ongoing. ”
India's New Delhi Airport issued a statement saying: "Heavy rains have continued since the early hours of this morning, and part of the roof of the airport's Terminal 1 collapsed at around 5 a.m. Injuries were reported. First responders are providing the necessary assistance and medical care. All flights departing from Terminal 1 of the airport are temporarily suspended. The check-in counters are also closed for security reasons. We apologize for the inconvenience caused by this disruption and thank you for your understanding and patience. ”
IndiGo said flight operations were affected due to structural damage to Delhi Airport's T1 terminal. Flight cancellation due to passengers not being able to access the terminal. Passengers who were originally on the waiting list in the terminal can continue to board, but passengers on flights later in the day will be offered an alternative. At the same time, this has also led to the impact of the entire flight operation network, with airlines reminding passengers to confirm flight information before heading to the airport.