Power Bank Explosion on Hyderabad–Chandigarh IndiGo Flight: Smoke Fills Cabin, 5 Passengers Injured
Power bank explosion on IndiGo flight 6E108 from Hyderabad to Chandigarh causes panic, smoke in cabin, 5 passengers injured; investigation underway.
Panic broke out on May 5, 2026, when a power bank exploded inside IndiGo flight 6E108 that arrived from Hyderabad to Chandigarh. The incident occurred after landing at Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Mohali (Chandigarh) around 3:30 PM, when smoke was seen coming from the cabin.
Table of Contents
Crew members immediately evacuated passengers safely, while five passengers were injured and shifted to hospital. Authorities have begun checking the incident, and the situation is under investigation.
Power Bank Explosion Triggers Panic on IndiGo Flight 6E108
According to reports, the incident took place after the aircraft landed and was stationary at Chandigarh airport.
- A passenger’s power bank exploded inside the cabin
- Smoke filled the aircraft, causing panic among passengers
- The crew used fire equipment to control the situation and prevent a bigger accident
Passengers were quickly evacuated to ensure safety.
IndiGo Official Statement on the Incident
An IndiGo spokesperson said:
“On 5 May 2026, while IndiGo flight 6E 108 from Hyderabad to Chandigarh was stationary after landing, an incident involving a customer’s personal electronic equipment catching fire was reported.”
The airline added:
“In the interest of safety, an immediate evacuation was carried out and all the relevant authorities were immediately informed. All customers have been safely moved to the terminal and are being attended to by the team to ensure their well-being.”
Further, the airline confirmed:
“The aircraft will undergo necessary checks before resuming operations. At IndiGo, the safety of our customers and crew remains our top priority.”
Emergency Response and Injuries Reported
- The incident occurred at around 3:30 PM at Chandigarh International Airport
- Smoke was noticed coming from the cabin immediately after landing
- Crew members evacuated all passengers safely
- Five passengers were injured and taken to hospital
Authorities responded quickly and initiated checks into the incident.
Safety Measures and Ongoing Investigation
Following the incident:
- Authorities are examining the cause of the explosion
- The aircraft will undergo safety checks before further use
- Passengers were shifted safely to the terminal
The matter is currently under investigation, and officials are reviewing safety protocols related to electronic devices onboard.
The power bank explosion on IndiGo flight 6E108 from Hyderabad to Chandigarh on May 5, 2026, caused panic after smoke filled the cabin at Chandigarh airport. Crew members acted swiftly to evacuate passengers, while five people were injured and taken to hospital. The aircraft is under inspection, and the incident is currently under investigation by authorities.
Follow MunsifNews24x7 for latest updates.
