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Kolkata-Srinagar IndiGo Flight Makes Emergency Landing in Varanasi Due to Fuel Leak

By Lokmat Times Desk | Updated: October 22, 2025 19:43 IST

An IndiGo flight 6E6961 made a priority landing in Varanasi following fuel issues on Wednesday, October 22. The Kolkata-Srinagar ...

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An IndiGo flight 6E6961 made a priority landing in Varanasi following fuel issues on Wednesday, October 22. The Kolkata-Srinagar flight landed safely at Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport in Uttar Pradesh, according to the news agency ANI.

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The flight was carrying 166 passengers at the time of the emergency. However, passengers and crew members were safely evacuated from the plane and no injuries were reported. Authorities said that it is under control now and normal airport operations have resumed.

According to the information, the aircraft landed safely on the runway at 4.10 pm. Officials said the concerned airlines are taking the necessary action. After the flight carrying 166 passengers landed, the technical team inspected the aircraft for necessary repairs.

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