In a statement, IndiGo said, “Flight 6E 2142 operating from Delhi to Srinagar encountered sudden hailstorm enroute. The flight and cabin crew followed established protocol and the aircraft

landed safely in Srinagar.” The airport team attended to the passengers after arrival of the aircraft, prioritising their wellbeing and comfort. The aircraft will be released post necessary

inspection and maintenance, the airline added. Ten incoming flights to Delhi airport were diverted due to heavy rains, said a spokesperson of Delhi airport. “Nine of them have been diverted

to Jaipur and one to Mumbai. There was no impact on outgoing flights,” he said. Indigo was unable to provide any details on the specific damage to the aircraft.