Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport this week may experience delays due to shifting wind patterns and ongoing runway work, airport authorities warned on Friday.
The Delhi Airport said a “shifting wind pattern in the vicinity of the airport” was impacting operations. Air Traffic Control has implemented flow management measures for flight arrivals from 11:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. IST to ensure safety. The authorities also warned that unfavorable weather conditions may also lead to delays in the coming week. “We would like to inform you that, as per the forecast from Indian Meteorological Department, easterly winds are expected between 26th April and 4th May 2025. This change in wind patterns may potentially affect flight operations during this period,” the Delhi Airport wrote in a post on X.
Delhi is witnessing an early onset of easterly winds this year, which usually starts only after May 15. With the winds starting mid-April this season, during these conditions, the airport can handle only 32 arrivals per hour — significantly fewer than the 46 possible under westerly winds. Combined with the upgradation work on Runway 10/28 to make it capable of handling low-visibility operations from both sides, the Delhi airport witnessed major delays last week. In response to mounting public frustration, including criticism from Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah, airport authorities announced that upgradation work on runway 10/28 will be postponed and it would reopen in early May.
The combination of shifting wind patterns and ongoing runway work has led to significant disruptions at Delhi Airport. Travelers are advised to check their flight status and allow extra time for possible delays.
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Delhi Airport Operations Affected by Wind Shifts and Runway Maintenance
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