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IndiGo flight to Raipur halted as monkeys stormed Lucknow runway
International
Published on 1 May 2026
Airport teams rushed in as the takeoff stopped instantly
A troop of monkeys suddenly appeared on the active runway at Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport in Lucknow, triggering an unusual security breach. An IndiGo aircraft headed for Raipur was forced to abruptly halt takeoff. Airport authorities and wildlife management teams were immediately called in to manage the runway and restore safe operations.
- Monkeys invaded the active runway at Lucknow airport
- An IndiGo Raipur-bound flight halted during takeoff
- Airport staff and wildlife teams were summoned quickly
- Runway was secured before operations resumed
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