Flight 6E 6115 from Delhi to Chennai diverted safely following smoke detection from a passenger's electronic device
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A passenger's electronic device caught fire in an overhead bin on an IndiGo flight, requiring an emergency diversion.
A Chennai-bound IndiGo flight originating from Delhi was diverted on Sunday following the detection of smoke from a passenger's personal electronic device in an overhead bin, according to the airline. The aircraft landed safely, according to TOI.
In a statement, IndiGo said: "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," the carrier added.
IndiGo also noted that a replacement aircraft was provided to transport the passengers onward to Chennai.
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