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Kolkata’s Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport is on edge.! With India-Pakistan tensions soaring after recent airstrikes, 12 flights were cancelled in a single day and 18 airports across seven Indian states have shut down temporarily. Authorities are urging passengers to double-check flight statuses before heading out, as mock drills and beefed-up security take center stage. Here’s the latest on what’s happening, why it matters, and how it’s shaking up travel plans.

Details & Context

The escalating India-Pakistan conflict, sparked by Pakistan-backed terror attacks like the Pahelgaon incident on April 22nd, 2025 has put India on high alert. Following India’s retaliatory airstrikes on terrorist camps, dubbed “Operation Sindoor” security measures have tightened nationwide. On May 7th, 2025 posts on X reported a nationwide high alert with mock drills conducted in Kolkata schools to prepare for potential airstrikes. This tension has now hit air travel hard. @IndiaToday

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On Wednesday, May 7th, 2025 Kolkata Airport cancelled 12 flights—six departures and six arrivals. Affected flights include,

·      IX 1522 from Ghaziabad

·      BS 0202 from Dhaka

·      BS 0208 from Chittagong

·      6E 0874 from Chandigarh

·      IX 2509 from Srinagar.

The airport’s director, Dr. Prabhat Ranjan Beuria confirmed that a mock drill was conducted to ensure readiness for emergencies. A post from @Zee24Ghanta on May 9th, 2025 highlighted the cancellations and Kolkata’s heightened security.

The broader context is grim: 18 airports in seven states including West Bengal have been temporarily closed due to security threats, as reported by @NDTV (May 8th, 2025). Kolkata Airport authorities have advised passengers to verify flight statuses via official channels before traveling, a message echoed on X by @KolkataAirport: “Check your flight status before heading to NSCBI Airport. Safety first.!” (May 8th, 2025).

List of Airports on High Alert or Closed Across India (May 2025)

The following list includes 32 airports consistently mentioned across sources, organized geographically from north to south and east to west within each region. Note that most closures are in northern and western India, with Kolkata as an outlier in the east. Southern airports (e.g., Chennai, Bengaluru) were not reported closed but may have faced disruptions.

·      Leh (IXL) - Jammu and Kashmir (Ladakh)

o   Coordinates: 34.1359°N, 77.5465°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Thoise (THW) - Jammu and Kashmir (Ladakh)

o   Coordinates: 34.8417°N, 77.4097°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Srinagar (SXR) - Jammu and Kashmir

o   Coordinates: 33.9871°N, 74.7742°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Awantipur - Jammu and Kashmir

o   Coordinates: 33.8767°N, 74.9756°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Jammu (IXJ) - Jammu and Kashmir

o   Coordinates: 32.6891°N, 74.8374°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025; targeted by Pakistani drones.

·      Dharamshala (DHM) - Himachal Pradesh

o   Coordinates: 32.2679°N, 76.3145°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Kullu-Manali (Bhuntar, KUU) - Himachal Pradesh

o   Coordinates: 31.8767°N, 77.1487°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Shimla (SLV) - Himachal Pradesh

o   Coordinates: 31.0818°N, 77.0680°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Chandigarh (IXC) - Chandigarh

o   Coordinates: 30.6735°N, 76.7885°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Amritsar (ATQ) - Punjab

o   Coordinates: 31.7096°N, 74.7973°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Ludhiana (LUH) - Punjab

o   Coordinates: 30.8547°N, 75.9526°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Patiala - Punjab

o   Coordinates: 30.3098°N, 76.3617°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Halwara - Punjab

o   Coordinates: 30.7485°N, 75.6298°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Adampur - Punjab

o   Coordinates: 31.4338°N, 75.7609°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Bathinda (BUP) - Punjab

o   Coordinates: 30.2701°N, 74.7558°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Pathankot (IXP) - Punjab

o   Coordinates: 32.2338°N, 75.6346°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025; targeted by Pakistani attacks.

·      Sarsawa - Uttar Pradesh

o   Coordinates: 29.9947°N, 77.4253°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Hindon (HDX) - Uttar Pradesh

o   Coordinates: 28.7076°N, 77.3590°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Ambala - Haryana

o   Coordinates: 30.3680°N, 76.8167°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Gwalior (GWL) - Madhya Pradesh

o   Coordinates: 26.2933°N, 78.2278°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Uttarlai - Rajasthan

o   Coordinates: 25.8133°N, 71.4833°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Bikaner (BKB) - Rajasthan

o   Coordinates: 28.0706°N, 73.2072°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Jaisalmer (JSA) - Rajasthan

o   Coordinates: 26.8887°N, 70.8650°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025; reported missile activity.

·      Jodhpur (JDH) - Rajasthan

o   Coordinates: 26.2511°N, 73.0489°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Kishangarh (KQH) - Rajasthan

o   Coordinates: 26.5901°N, 74.8560°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Rajkot (RAJ) - Gujarat

o   Coordinates: 22.3092°N, 70.7794°E

o   Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Jamnagar (JGA) - Gujarat

o    Coordinates: 22.4655°N, 70.0126°E

o    Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Bhuj (BHJ) - Gujarat

o    Coordinates: 23.2878°N, 69.6702°E

o    Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Kandla (IXY) - Gujarat

o    Coordinates: 23.1127°N, 70.1003°E

o    Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Porbandar (PBD) - Gujarat

o    Coordinates: 21.6487°N, 69.6572°E

o    Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Keshod (IXK) - Gujarat

o    Coordinates: 21.3171°N, 70.2704°E

o    Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Mundra - Gujarat

o    Coordinates: 22.8333°N, 69.7667°E

o    Status: Closed until May 15th, 2025.

·      Eastern India (North to South)

o    Kolkata (CCU) - West Bengal

o    Coordinates: 22.6547°N, 88.4467°E

Status: On high alert, not closed, 12 flights cancelled on May 7th, 2025 with mock drills conducted.

Quotes

·      Dr. Prabhat Ranjan Beuria, Director of Kolkata Airport, reassured the public: “We cancelled flights as a precaution. A mock drill was conducted yesterday and we’re fully prepared. Our airport has robust security systems to handle any emergency.”

·      The Travel Agents Federation of India (TAFI) issued a statement, per @TheTimesofIndia (May 8th, 2025): “Due to temporary airport closures across India, flight schedules are disrupted. Travelers are advised to stay informed via official channels and plan accordingly.”

Additional Information

The cancellations and closures stem from India’s response to heightened security risks. Web reports from @HindustanTimes (May 7th, 2025) note that India’s airstrikes on Pakistan’s terror camps, part of Operation Sindoor have raised fears of retaliatory drone attacks. This has led to strict measures including drone bans in Gurugram and blackouts in Sirsa, as seen in posts on X (@IndiaDefenceNow, May 8th, 2025).

Kolkata Airport’s mock drill, conducted on May 7th, 2025, tested emergency protocols including evacuation and response to airstrikes. A similar drill in Kolkata schools, reported on X by @IndiaToday, taught students how to take cover and evacuate safely. Google Trends shows a 200% surge in searches for “Kolkata Airport high alert” and “India Pakistan tensions 2025” since May 1st, 2025, reflecting public concern.

The Travel Agents Federation of India’s advisory, shared on X by @TravelNewsIN (May 8th, 2025) urges travellers to avoid non-essential trips and monitor updates. Affected passengers have taken to X with users like @FlyerKolkata posting, “Stuck at home because of flight cancellations. When will this end.? #KolkataAirport” (May 8th, 2025).

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Impact Analysis

The flight cancellations and airport closures are disrupting travel plans across India. In Kolkata, the 12 cancelled flights have left hundreds of passengers stranded, with international routes like Dhaka and Chittagong hit hard. Travel agents estimate a 25% drop in bookings, per a Business Standard report (May 9th, 2025), as uncertainty looms over air travel.

Economically, the disruptions are hurting airlines and tourism. Kolkata, a major hub, sees thousands of daily passengers and cancellations could cost airlines crores, according to web data from The Economic Times (May 8th, 2025). Socially, the high alert is fuelling anxiety with X users like @BengalTraveller tweeting, “Kolkata Airport on lockdown mode. Feels like war times” (May 8th, 2025).

On the security front, the measures are a necessary response to real threats. Web sources including The Guardian (May 10th, 2025) report increased drone activity near India’s borders, justifying the closures. However, the inconvenience has sparked frustration, with some X users, like @AirPassengersIN, questioning, “Why cancel so many flights without clear updates.?” (May 8th, 2025). 

Conclusion

Kolkata Airport’s high alert and flight cancellations reflect the ripple effects of India-Pakistan tensions in 2025. As authorities prioritise safety with mock drills and closures, passengers face disruptions but are urged to stay informed and cautious. The situation underscores the delicate balance between security and normalcy in turbulent times. With 18 airports affected nationwide, India’s skies are on guard—but so is its resolve. Keep checking official updates to navigate this stormy period.

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