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IGI Airport Flooded After 72.2 mm Rain; Flights Delayed, Commuters Struggle

OMGHive By OMGHive Editorial · September 10, 2026 · 1 min read · TRENDING
IGI Airport Flooded After 72.2 mm Rain; Flights Delayed, Commuters Struggle
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On March 12, 2026, the Delhi metropolitan area received 72.2 mm of rain in three hours, the heaviest in recent memory. The deluge overwhelmed IGI Airport’s drainage, submerging its underpasses and trapping commuters. As a result, at least 50 flights were delayed or canceled, and travelers struggled to reach gates. The incident highlights a growing vulnerability in Delhi’s transport infrastructure.

What Happened at IGI Airport

The Indian government’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) confirmed that the India Gate International (IGI) Airport’s primary underpass

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Despite Delhi receiving less than 100 mm of rain, its historic under‑ground drainage was designed for only 30 mm per hour, making the recent downpour effectively a three‑fold overload.

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📅Published: September 4, 2026
✏️Written by Marcus Webb · OMGHive Editorial
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