New Delhi: A major accident was averted at Chandigarh Airport on Tuesday (05 May 2026). After landing in IndiGo flight 6E 108 coming from Hyderabad to Chandigarh, a passenger’s power bank suddenly caught fire. Seeing the situation worsening, the crew immediately evacuated the entire flight in emergency.
This accident happened after landing
According to the information received, Indigo Airlines issued a statement saying that flight 6E 108 had reached Chandigarh from Hyderabad on 5 May 2026. A passenger’s personal electronic belongings caught fire while the plane was parked after landing.
“Keeping security in mind, the flight was immediately evacuated and all concerned authorities were informed. All passengers have been safely evacuated to the terminal. Our team is taking care of them,” the airline said in an official statement.
Smoke filled the cabin, 5 passengers also got injured
Passengers shared several videos on social media platform X. It is clearly visible in the video that passengers are landing on the runway. According to the passengers, the cabin was filled with smoke due to the fire. Due to which there was chaos.
According to initial information, about five passengers have been injured. He has been taken to the hospital for treatment. Whereas Indigo said that before restarting the flight, it will be thoroughly investigated. The airline also reiterated that the safety of our passengers and crew is our top priority.
DGCA’s strict rules regarding power banks in flights
It is noteworthy that DGCA had issued new rules regarding power banks in 2026. According to them, power banks are allowed to be carried only in hand luggage in flights. It is strictly prohibited to keep power banks in check-in bags.
Also, power banks cannot be used to charge phones or other devices during the flight. It is clearly stated in the rules that power banks cannot be kept even in the overhead compartment. The reason for this is that if a fire occurs in an overhead bin, it is very difficult to identify and extinguish it.
The crew can take immediate action if a cabin fire occurs. This incident once again reminds us how much caution is necessary regarding electronic devices and power banks in flight. A small carelessness can become a big accident.
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