Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:19pm on 18 Oct 2025,Saturday India Global
Hundreds of passengers returning to India from Italy for Diwali were stranded Friday after Air India cancelled flight AI138 from Milan to Delhi due to extended technical requirements on the aircraft. The airline prioritized safety, rebooking passengers on alternative flights on or after October 20, 2025, based on seat availability with Air India and other carriers. All passengers received hotel accommodations, though some were placed outside the airport's immediate vicinity. One passenger with a Schengen visa expiring Monday was rebooked on another airline's Sunday flight. Air India provided meals and ground assistance while expressing regret for the inconvenience caused, reaffirming commitment to passenger safety and well-being.
