At least three flights headed to Hyderabad were diverted due to poor weather conditions on Friday morning, causing temporary disruptions for passengers.

Heavy cloud cover and poor visibility on Friday morning disrupted operations at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, leading to multiple diversions. Airport authorities confirmed that at least three flights arriving from Mumbai, Pune, and Kolkata were rerouted, with Vijayawada among the alternate landing points.

Officials said the decision was made purely on safety grounds as weather conditions made smooth landings impossible.

Analysis While such diversions are temporary, they cause stress for travelers dealing with delays, missed connections, and rescheduling. Frequent fliers are advised to track flight updates in real time through airline apps and keep extra buffer time when traveling during monsoon or winter seasons.

This incident highlights the urgent need for better weather preparedness and communication systems at major airports like Hyderabad to minimize inconvenience for passengers.