Flight operations suspended at Srinagar airport as heavy snowfall renders runway unsafe.
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Firstpost23-01-2026, 13:23

Srinagar Airport Halts Flights Amid Heavy Snowfall, Passenger Safety Prioritized

  • Air services at Srinagar airport were suspended on Friday due to intense snowfall, making the runway unsafe for operations.
  • Officials confirmed all flight operations for the day were cancelled to ensure passenger safety, citing snow accumulation and adverse weather forecasts.
  • Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines for updates and re-accommodation.
  • The Airport Authority of India (AAI) stated that operations will resume once weather conditions improve and the runway is declared safe.
  • Kashmir, including Srinagar, experienced fresh snowfall overnight, with Budgam, Pulwama, and Shopian districts receiving abundant snow.

Why It Matters: Srinagar airport suspended all flights due to heavy snowfall, prioritizing passenger safety until conditions improve.

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