DIVYA DELHI : Air traffic operations were affected in Varanasi on Saturday after an air show led to the diversion of two IndiGo flights to Lucknow. The development caused a change in the flights’ scheduled operations, with the aircraft redirected to the Uttar Pradesh capital. The air show attracted attention as part of the aviation-related activities in Varanasi. However, the event also had an impact on flight movements, resulting in the diversion of the two aircraft. Passengers travelling to Varanasi may have faced inconvenience due to the unexpected change in their flight operations. Lucknow served as the alternate landing destination for the diverted flights. Further details regarding the number of passengers affected, the duration of the disruption and the subsequent departure of the aircraft were not immediately available. The incident highlights how major aviation events can affect regular air traffic operations and flight schedules. Passengers travelling to and from Varanasi were advised to check the latest updates from their respective airlines before heading to the airport. Further information regarding the resumption of normal flight operations was awaited.
