rewrite this title and make it good for SEODelhi-NCR Rains: IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet issue travel advisories

Residents of Delhi-NCR were somewhat relieved from the heat today, September 30, thanks to heavy rain. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast light to moderate showers accompanied by thunderstorms over the region until October 5. The festive spirit, especially for outdoor events and Ravan Dahan ceremonies scheduled on October 2, may face disruption due to persistent wet weather.

Meanwhile, airlines like IndiGo, SpiceJet and Air India have issued travel advisories for passengers. Heavy rains have been disrupting flight operations in the region since morning.

Here’s what IndiGo writes in its travel advisory on X:

“Persistent rainfall and thunderstorms are currently affecting Delhi, leading to possible delays in flight operations.

Our teams are closely monitoring the situation to ensure your journey resumes as soon as conditions improve.

If you’re travelling today, we recommend checking your flight status on our website or app before leaving for the airport. Please also allow for additional travel time, as road conditions may be slower than usual.

We appreciate your continued patience and understanding. Your comfort and safety remain our top priority.”

Travel Advisory

Persistent rainfall and thunderstorms are currently affecting Delhi, leading to possible delays in flight operations.

Our teams are closely monitoring the situation to ensure your journey resumes as soon as conditions improve.

If you’re travelling…

— IndiGo (IndiGo6E) September 30, 2025

Informing on X, SpiceJet writes, “#WeatherUpdate: Due to bad weather in Delhi (DEL), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may be affected. Passengers are requested to keep a check on their flight status via http://spicejet.com/#status.”

WeatherUpdate: Due to bad weather in Delhi (DEL), all departures/arrivals and their consequential flights may be affected. Passengers are requested to keep a check on their flight status via https://t.co/2wynECZugy.

— SpiceJet (@flyspicejet) September 30, 2025

Air India says, “Heavy rain may impact flight operations to and from Delhi today.

TravelAdvisory

Heavy rain may impact flight operations to and from Delhi today.

Please check your flight status here https://t.co/5vemTROi62 before heading to the airport and allow extra time for your journey due to possible slow moving traffic.

— Air India (@airindia) September 30, 2025

Please check your flight status here https://airindia.com/in/en/manage/flight-status.html before heading to the airport and allow extra time for your journey due to possible slow-moving traffic.”

Weather update

According to IMD’s latest bulletin, a cyclonic circulation over north coastal Andhra Pradesh and adjoining areas is influencing weather patterns across Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and parts of Maharashtra.

This system is expected to sustain rainfall activity for the next four days, with isolated heavy showers likely in some pockets.

The timing could not be more inconvenient for communities preparing for Dussehra, a festival that marks the triumph of good over evil.

Traditionally celebrated with large public gatherings, processions, and effigy burnings, Dussehra relies heavily on dry weather. However, the forecast suggests that many districts may have to scale down or relocate events indoors.

“In Madhya Pradesh, cities like Bhopal, Indore, and Jabalpur are likely to witness intermittent rain,” senior weather scientist Divya E Surendran said.With temperatures hovering around 28–30 degrees Celsius, the IMD has also warned of gusty winds ranging from 30–50 kmph, which could pose safety risks for temporary structures and open-air stages.

Local authorities are on alert, advising organisers to prepare contingency plans.

“We are monitoring the weather closely. If the rain intensifies, we may postpone for a while as shifting the ‘Ravan Dahan’ to a safer venue is almost impossible,” said an organiser of the festival at BHEL Bhopal Dussehra Maidan.

While the showers bring relief from lingering heat, they also raise concerns about traffic snarls, waterlogging, and reduced turnout for cultural programmes.

Residents are urged to stay updated with local advisories and plan their movements accordingly. As the skies remain uncertain, the spirit of Dussehra will depend not just on tradition, but on resilience and adaptability in the face of nature’s unpredictability.