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IndiGo Agartala-Delhi flight diverted to Lucknow after smoke warning in cargo area

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What happened

An IndiGo flight from Agartala to Delhi diverted to Lucknow after a smoke warning.

The aircraft landed safely with all 103 passengers and six crew members unharmed.

Airport emergency teams were deployed as a precautionary measure following the alert.

Key facts

  • The aircraft landed safely with all 103 passengers and six crew members unharmed.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:03:39 UTC.

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