India’s successful airstrike under Operation Sindoor—which destroyed nine terror camps in Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir—has led to heightened military tensions and widespread disruption of air travel across northern India. While the operation serves as a stern warning against terrorism, the potential for retaliation has prompted precautionary measures, including airspace restrictions and temporary airport closures.

As a result, Air India has suspended all flights to and from Jammu, Srinagar, Leh, Jodhpur, Amritsar, Bhuj, Jamnagar, Chandigarh, and Rajkot until 12 noon on May 7, pending further updates from the authorities. In addition, two international flights bound for Amritsar have been rerouted to Delhi to ensure passenger safety.

SpiceJet has also issued a critical advisory, stating that operations at Dharamshala, Leh, Jammu, Srinagar, and Amritsar airports are shut until further notice. The airline cautioned that departures, arrivals, and connecting flights might face significant delays or cancellations and urged passengers to check flight status and plan travel accordingly.

The Indian government and armed forces remain on high alert, closely monitoring the regional security situation. The international community, too, is watching developments carefully as the military standoff between India and Pakistan intensifies.

Operation Sindoor, launched in retaliation for the Pahalgam attack that claimed 25 lives, underscores India’s zero-tolerance stance toward terrorism. However, the broader impact of the strikes—especially on civil aviation and regional stability—is unfolding in real time, with both sides maintaining a cautious posture.

 

Travelers are advised to remain updated through official airline channels and refrain from non-essential travel in affected regions until further clarity emerges.

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