Cyclone Murasu Impact: Over 20 Flights Cancelled in Chennai, Andhra Pradesh; IndiGo Issues Travel Advisory

Flight operations across Chennai and several airports in Andhra Pradesh were disrupted on Monday, November 2, as severe cyclonic storm Murasu approached the coast. More than 20 flights were reportedly cancelled, while IndiGo issued a travel advisory warning passengers about cancellations, delays and adverse weather conditions.

According to airport authorities, 10 IndiGo flights scheduled to operate from Vijayawada's Gannavaram Airport were cancelled on Monday. Chennai Airport separately reported 11 cancellations involving flights connecting Chennai with Vijayawada, Rajahmundry, Kadapa and Tiruchirappalli.

The cancellations come as authorities prepare for the cyclone's expected landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast. Flight operations were also affected at Visakhapatnam, Rajahmundry and Tirupati airports.

IndiGo Issues Travel Advisory Amid Cyclone Murasu

IndiGo said flight operations to and from Rajahmundry, Vijayawada and Tirupati were affected due to adverse weather conditions associated with Cyclone Murasu.

The airline also warned passengers travelling through Visakhapatnam of possible extended waiting times, both on the ground and onboard, due to weather-related disruptions.

IndiGo said affected passengers were being notified through the mobile numbers provided at the time of booking. It advised travellers to check their flight status before leaving for the airport and said passenger and crew safety remained its top priority.

Chennai Airport authorities have also asked passengers whose flights have been cancelled to contact their respective airlines directly for further information and assistance.

Which Flights Are Cancelled Due to Cyclone Murasu?

The cancellations reported on Monday affected several routes connecting Chennai with Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu.
The affected Chennai routes include:

Chennai-Vijayawada
Chennai-Rajahmundry
Chennai-Kadapa
Chennai-Tiruchirappalli

Three flights connecting Chennai and Vijayawada were among those affected. These include IndiGo flights 6E 7304, 6E 7305 and 6E 7306.

Passengers should verify the latest flight status directly with their airline, as cancellations and delays may change depending on weather conditions and airport operations.

IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alerts Across Several States

The IMD has issued heavy rainfall alerts for Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Chhattisgarh as Cyclone Murasu approaches the coast.

Coastal Andhra Pradesh is likely to experience extremely heavy rainfall on Monday and Tuesday. Tamil Nadu is expected to receive heavy to very heavy rainfall, while southern Odisha may experience heavy to very heavy rain on Tuesday and Wednesday.

Schools Closed, Train Services Suspended

As part of precautionary measures, schools and colleges in Chennai and Tiruvallur were closed on Monday due to the adverse weather conditions.

Around 32 train services have also been suspended amid cyclone-related disruptions, while several tourist destinations in Andhra Pradesh have been closed or placed under restrictions.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has cancelled his scheduled Delhi visit and directed officials to remain prepared for the cyclone's impact.

Naidu said approximately 6,000 to 8,000 electricity poles could be damaged due to the storm and instructed officials to restore power within 48 hours wherever disruptions occur. He also spoke with Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay regarding assistance and coordination.