Air India and IndiGo cancel flights to Kathmandu as Nepal witnesses massive anti-government protests, leading to PM KP Sharma Oli’s resignation. Violent demonstrations caused deaths, injuries, and widespread property damage.
Air India aircraft ( File Photo: IANS)
Air India on Tuesday cancelled its flights between Delhi and Kathmandu following the temporary closure of Tribhuvan International Airport amid massive anti-government protests in Nepal.
The protests, which saw thousands take to the streets, ultimately led to the resignation of Nepalese Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli today.
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“In view of the current situation prevailing in Kathmandu, the following flights AI2231/2232, AI2219/2220, AI217/218 and AI211/212 operating on the Delhi-Kathmandu-Delhi route have been cancelled today. We are closely monitoring the situation and will share further updates,” according to an airline statement.
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IndiGo has also cancelled its services to Kathmandu. The airline also issued a travel advisory for people who were travelling to and from Kathmandu airport.
Taking to X, IndiGo said,” In view of the prevailing situation in Kathmandu, the airport has been closed for operations. Consequently, all flights to and from Kathmandu stand suspended as of now. If your travel is impacted, you may conveniently opt for an alternate flight or claim a refund by visiting our website. We are closely monitoring the developments and coordinating with local authorities to resume operations at the earliest. Customers are kindly advised to keep checking our official channels for the latest advisories and updates. We look forward to the restoration of normal operations and sincerely appreciate your patience and understanding”
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In view of the prevailing situation in #Kathmandu, the airport has been closed for operations. Consequently, all flights to and from Kathmandu stand suspended as of now.
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— IndiGo (@IndiGo6E) September 9, 2025
Earlier on Tuesday, Nepal’s Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli resigned amid violent protests in Kathmandu and other parts of the country over the now-withdrawn ban on social media and alleged corruption.
Reports quoted officials as saying that PM Oli decided to step down after hundreds of protesters stormed his office. Earlier, four ministers from his government resigned following the crackdown against protesters on Monday.
The development came after Nepal was rocked by the second day of violent protests, with reports coming in of vandalism and clashes from several parts of the country. The violence witnessed on Monday resulted in at least 19 deaths and injuries to more than 300 people, mainly in the capital Kathmandu and surrounding towns.
Anti-government demonstrators today set on fire the private residence of PM Oli at Balkot in Bhaktapur. The PM at that time was at the Prime Minister’s residence at Balwatar. Protesters also vandalised and set afire the ruling party offices, the CM’s office and buildings in Janakpur. The houses of ministers, political leaders and the central bank governor were also targeted
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