. NEW DELHI: Two IndiGo flights scheduled to land in Indore were diverted to Bhopal on Tuesday after loose bitumen was detected on a section of the runway during a routine inspection amid ongoing recarpeting work.According to the Indore Airport PRO, the repair and cleaning work was completed within 20 minutes, after which the runway was declared safe and flight operations resumed. “During routine inspection, while runway recarpeting work is in progress, some loose bitumen was observed on a section of the runway surface. The Civil Engineering team immediately attended the site, and the required repair and cleaning work was completed within 20 minutes.”Israel Iran WarUS-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: UAE embassy in Iraq attacked, Hezbollah drones target IsraelTrump blames Iran for bombing school that killed 160; stumbles when asked about Tomahawk missileWest Asia tensions disrupt commercial LPG supply in Bengaluru, Mumbai, Kolkata “After ensuring that the runway surface was safe and fit for operations, the runway was handed over to ATC for the resumption of flight operations. Due to the temporary disruption, two IndiGo flights, 6E6605 (DEL-IDR) and 6E6219 (RPR-IDR), were diverted to Bhopal. Normal flight operations have since resumed.”Meanwhile, a fire broke out late Wednesday in the dry grass in the non-operational area of Indore Airport in Madhya Pradesh.According to Fire Sub Inspector Roopchand Pandit, information about the fire was received and teams were immediately deployed to control the blaze.No casualties were reported in the incident, and flight operations continued uninterrupted, officials said.Local labourers at the site said the fire spread through the adjacent campus and the nearby jungle area.”Even we don’t know how this happened, we have been worried for a very long time, and we called everyone… We don’t know how far this fire has spread yet. The fire brigade has also arrived, and everyone is trying to extinguish the fire,” a labourer told ANI.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPM Modi Signals New Chapter As Balen Shah’s Stunning Nepal Victory Triggers Strategic Reset In TiesIndia Clears Ghatak Development, The Stealth Drone Designed To Tear Holes In Enemy Air Defences’Flagrant Violations Of…’: India Slams Pakistan At UNSC Over Airstrikes In AfghanistanPetrol, Diesel Prices Unlikely To Rise Unless Crude Oil Breach $130 Per Barrel: Report’One Phone Call From PM Modi Can End This Issue’: UAE Envoy On Iran-Israel-US WarIndia’s Top Military Commander Says AI Will Decide Future Wars, Admit India Is Taking Baby StepsIran Defies Trump, Chooses Khamenei’s Son As Supreme Leader; U.S Bombs Iran School, Shows New VideoIs India’s Internet Connectivity At Risk With War Threatening Undersea Cables At Strait Of Hormuz?Crude Oil Rally Near 120 Dollars, Raises Big Question If India Can Survive Crisis With Russian OilUS-Iran War Triggers Massive Selloff On Dalal Street, Investors Lose Rs 12 Lakh Crore In Single Day123PhotostoriesRihanna to Salman Khan: Celebs who reported gunshots outside their homesBaby names inspired by ancient Indian literatureWhy mud homes remain cool in summers: 5 ancient homemaking techniques that need to come back7 high-protein sandwiches for a quick breakfastMeet the cast of ‘One Piece’ Season 2: Iñaki Godoy, Mackenyu, Emily Rudd, and moreFrom Mansoor Ali Khan Pataudi to Jasprit Bumrah: 10 Indian cricketers who had inter-faith marriagesDubai crown prince Hamdan’s car collection: Bugatti, Ferrari, Koenigsegg and McLaren hypercars and rare performance models6 beautiful and fragrant flowers that bloom in March’One Piece’ to ‘Alice in Borderland’: 5 must-watch live-action series adapted from Japanese mangaWhy sitting too long may silently damage blood vessels in your legs: Doctor explains the hidden risk and how to protect your circulation123Hot PicksIran war newsUS Stock Market todayLPG new ruleDelhi-Manchester IndiGo flightIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays March 2026Bank Holidays MarchTop TrendingMLB Trade RumorsUS Stock Market todayUS Strike on Iran OilBengal assembly electionsBalendra ShahPakistan Fuel shortageRestaurants IT RaidDelhi Uttam Nagar murderHormuzLPG cooking gas
NEW DELHI: Two IndiGo flights scheduled to land in Indore were diverted to Bhopal on Tuesday after loose bitumen was detected on a section of the runway during a routine inspection amid ongoing recarpeting work.According to the Indore Airport PRO, the repair and cleaning work was completed within 20 minutes, after which the runway was declared safe and flight operations resumed. “During routine inspection, while runway recarpeting work is in progress, some loose bitumen was observed on a section of the runway surface. The Civil Engineering team immediately attended the site, and the required repair and cleaning work was completed within 20 minutes.” “After ensuring that the runway surface was safe and fit for operations, the runway was handed over to ATC for the resumption of flight operations. Due to the temporary disruption, two IndiGo flights, 6E6605 (DEL-IDR) and 6E6219 (RPR-IDR), were diverted to Bhopal. Normal flight operations have since resumed.”Meanwhile, a fire broke out late Wednesday in the dry grass in the non-operational area of Indore Airport in Madhya Pradesh.According to Fire Sub Inspector Roopchand Pandit, information about the fire was received and teams were immediately deployed to control the blaze.No casualties were reported in the incident, and flight operations continued uninterrupted, officials said.Local labourers at the site said the fire spread through the adjacent campus and the nearby jungle area.“Even we don’t know how this happened, we have been worried for a very long time, and we called everyone… We don’t know how far this fire has spread yet. The fire brigade has also arrived, and everyone is trying to extinguish the fire,” a labourer told ANI.
