Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport experienced significant disruptions due to heavy rainfall in the last two days. 

The airport faced flight delays, cancellations, and operational challenges due to the downpour.

Over 50 flights were delayed by over an hour, and two were cancelled due to the adverse weather conditions. The airport terminal-2, including the immigration area, faced waterlogging, leading to temporary inconveniences for passengers.

The airport management claimed that passengers did not face any major difficulties. However, the heavy rainfall undoubtedly caused significant disruptions to flight operations and traveller convenience.

Between Aug 26 and 27, a total of 250 flights were operated. The airport also issued an advisory on Aug 26 for passengers to arrive early for check-ins.

Meanwhile, 50 flights connecting Ahmedabad airport were delayed by more than an hour on Aug 26 and 27, while two were cancelled. 

Heavy rain on the evening of Aug 26 caused several flights to face difficulties during takeoff and landing, forcing them in a holding pattern in the air for several minutes.

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