Archive · 16 Sep 2026
Air India Crew Member Finds Ganpati Blessing at 35,000 Feet
Anuradha Soni is a flight attendant who works for Air India.
Her work schedule changed, so she could not attend Ganpati Puja at home.
She felt sad because she thought she would miss praying to Bappa.
During her flight, a passenger brought a small Ganesh idol onboard.
Soni welcomed the idol and prayed during the flight.
The airplane was flying 35,000 feet above the ground.
She felt the moment was a special blessing.
She shared a video on Instagram, and many people said it was heartwarming.
Air India flight attendant Anuradha Soni missed Ganpati Puja at home after a last-minute schedule change.
A passenger unexpectedly brought a Ganesh idol onto the flight during the festival.
Soni welcomed the idol and performed prayers at 35,000 feet.
She described the experience as a beautiful blessing and an unforgettable moment.
Her Instagram video drew emotional reactions, while some viewers asked whether idols are permitted on flights.
- Who
- Air India flight attendant Anuradha Soni and a passenger carrying a Ganesh idol.
- What
- Soni performed Ganpati Puja and offered prayers during her flight after missing the ceremony at home.
- When
- During Ganpati Puja; one report was published on September 16, 2026.
- Where
- Onboard an Air India flight at 35,000 feet.
- Why
- A last-minute schedule change prevented Soni from attending the puja at home, while the passenger's idol gave her an opportunity to pray.
- Crew member
- Anuradha Soni
- Airline
- Air India
- Religious occasion
- Ganpati Puja during Ganesh Chaturthi
- Altitude
- 35,000 feet
- Key development
- A passenger brought a Ganesh idol onto the flight.
- Video platform
- Source qualification
- News18 said the claims in the original user-generated post had not been independently verified.
