An IndiGo passenger service operating from Delhi to Chennai was diverted mid-journey on Sunday, 11 October 2026, following the detection of smoke inside the aircraft cabin. Flight 6E 6115 had departed the national capital and was en route to its southern destination when crew members identified fumes escaping from a passenger's personal electronic device stored within an overhead luggage compartment.
Cabin Crew Manages In-Flight Smoke Alert
Upon noticing the smoke emerging from the personal electronic item in the overhead bin, the onboard cabin crew acted swiftly to bring the situation under immediate control. The team followed established inflight operating procedures to neutralise any further risk inside the passenger area, ensuring that the containment actions prevented the hazard from escalating during the flight.
Precautionary Diversion to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Prioritising aviation safety standards, the flight crew opted to reroute the aircraft to the nearest major runway facility. Flight operations were redirected towards Hyderabad, leading to a smooth and safe landing at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport. The airline stated that the entire crew adhered strictly to standard operating procedures and mandatory safety protocols throughout the unscheduled diversion.
