NEW DELHI: An IndiGo flight (6E 2006) bound for Leh from Delhi was diverted back to Indira Gandhi International Airport on Thursday morning due to a technical issue.
The Airbus A320-251N, which took off at 6:30 am, returned mid-air after after being airborne for over two hours as the crew faced operational restrictions preventing a safe landing in Leh.
In a statement, IndiGo confirmed that no emergency was declared during the flight and that the aircraft returned as a precautionary measure.
“IndiGo flight 6E 2006 operating from Delhi to Leh on 19 June 2025, returned to origin due to a technical issue which caused operational restrictions to land in Leh. As per procedures, the pilot returned back to Delhi,” an airline spokesperson mentioned in the statement.
The airline expressed regret over the inconvenience and reaffirmed its commitment to passenger safety and protocol adherence. “The aircraft is undergoing necessary maintenance before resuming operations. In the meanwhile, an alternative aircraft has been arranged to fly the customers to Leh. We regret the inconvenience caused to the customers and remain committed to the safety and security of our customers and crew,” the statement further read.