An IndiGo flight travelling from Delhi to Chennai was diverted to Hyderabad on Sunday, October 11, after Fire and smoke was detected from a passenger’s personal electronic device, reportedly a power bank.
The incident caused panic onboard, but no injuries were reported.
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The aircraft, operating as flight 6E 6115, landed safely at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad after the pilots diverted it in accordance with established safety procedures.
In a statement, IndiGo said, “IndiGo flight 6E 6115, operating from Delhi to Chennai on October 11, 2026, was diverted to Hyderabad after smoke was detected from a customer’s personal electronic device. The cabin crew responded promptly and the situation was brought under control,”
A video purportedly showing the incident appears to capture flames coming from an overhead luggage compartment, while passengers attempt to put out the fire.
Following the diversion, IndiGo arranged an alternative aircraft to help passengers continue their journey to Chennai.
The airline also expressed regret over the disruption and said it was taking steps to minimise inconvenience, including providing refreshments and keeping passengers informed through timely updates.
The incident ended without any reported injuries, as the crew acted promptly and the aircraft reached Hyderabad safely.
