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Power Bank Fire Diverts IndiGo Delhi-Chennai Flight to Hyderabad
An IndiGo plane was flying from Delhi to Chennai when smoke came from a passenger’s electronic device.
Several reports said the device was a power bank, but the airline did not confirm that detail.
The smoke was reported to come from the overhead compartment.
The crew acted to control the problem, and reports say they used a fire extinguisher.
The pilots changed the plane’s route and landed in Hyderabad.
The plane landed safely, and reports said everyone aboard was safe.
IndiGo arranged another plane to take passengers to Chennai.
The incident also brought attention to rules for carrying power banks on planes.
IndiGo flight 6E 6115, travelling from Delhi to Chennai on October 11, 2026, diverted to Hyderabad after smoke came from a passenger’s electronic device.
Several reports identified the device as a power bank, reportedly in an overhead compartment; IndiGo’s statement referred to a personal electronic device without confirming it was a power bank.
The cabin crew brought the situation under control; reports say they used a fire extinguisher, while a video showed passengers initially trying to smother the flames with bags.
The aircraft landed safely at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, and reports said all passengers and crew were safe; some reports said authorities were investigating.
IndiGo arranged another aircraft for passengers to continue to Chennai and said it offered refreshments and travel updates.
- Who
- Passengers and crew aboard IndiGo flight 6E 6115.
- What
- The flight diverted after smoke was detected from a passenger’s electronic device, reported by several sources to be a power bank.
- Where
- The flight was travelling from Delhi to Chennai and landed at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Hyderabad.
- When
- October 11, 2026.
- Why
- The pilots diverted the aircraft after smoke was detected from a passenger’s device, following established safety protocols.
Strengthen existing safeguards
Consider stricter restrictions
How to manage power-bank risks
Strengthen existing safeguards
Vandana Singh of the Federation of Aviation Industry in India said an outright ban was not feasible and advocated enforcing cabin-only carriage, battery-capacity limits, passenger awareness, and crew training.
Consider stricter restrictions
The articles describe strict rules on power-bank storage and use, and the incident renewed attention to risks associated with carrying these devices. They do not identify a specific advocate for an outright ban.
Key facts
- Flight
- IndiGo 6E 6115
- Route
- Delhi to Chennai; diverted to Hyderabad
- Date
- October 11, 2026
- Aircraft
- Reports identified it as an Airbus A321-251N or Airbus A321neo
- Landing
- Landed safely at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad
- Device
- Several reports said a power bank caught fire; IndiGo described smoke from a personal electronic device and did not confirm the specific device
- Passenger arrangements
- IndiGo arranged an alternate aircraft and said it offered refreshments and timely updates
- IndiGo power-bank policy
- Power banks must remain within passengers’ reach and must not be stored in overhead compartments or checked baggage
Quotes
IndiGo spokesperson
Spokesperson for IndiGo airline.
“IndiGo flight 6E 6115, operating from Delhi to Chennai on October 11, 2026, was diverted to Hyderabad after smoke was detected from a customer's personal electronic device. The cabin crew responded promptly, and the situation was brought under control. In line with established protocols, the pilots diverted the flight and landed safely at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, Hyderabad.”
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“We regret the inconvenience caused to our customers due to this unforeseen situation and are making all efforts to minimise it, including offering refreshments and sharing timely updates. At IndiGo, the safety of our customers and crew remains our top priority.”
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Vandana Singh
Chairperson (Aviation Cargo) of the Federation of Aviation Industry in India.
“Instead of an outright ban, the aviation industry should focus on strengthening existing safety protocols. This includes strict adherence to cabin-only carriage, clear limits on battery capacity, and enhanced passenger awareness regarding proper handling and storage.”
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“Airlines must also ensure that crew members are well-trained to respond swiftly to any battery-related incidents onboard.”
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Sources
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Power Bank Fire On IndiGo Delhi-Chennai Flight: What Rules Say On Carrying Such Gadgets
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IndiGo Delhi-Chennai flight diverted after smoke from passenger’s device
Power Bank Triggers Fire On Delhi-Chennai IndiGo Flight, Plane Diverted To Hyderabad
IndiGo flight’s emergency landing in Hyderabad after power bank catches fire mid-air
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