New Delhi, September 9, 2026: GMR Aero-led Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) has lodged a First Information Report (FIR) with Delhi Police against 63 social media handles for circulating misleading and factually incorrect posts depicting flooding and waterlogging at Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport and falsely suggesting disruption to airport operations. The social media accounts shared videos and posts that did not accurately represent the actual situation at the airport.
For instance, in one of these posts, an old video of waterlogging at Dubai Airport was claimed to be a video of Delhi Airport. DIAL believes such content was intended to create public mischief, spread misinformation, defame a critical public utility service, and create unwarranted concerns among passengers regarding the operational status of Delhi Airport.
On September 4, 2026, the arrival forecourt of Terminal 3 witnessed temporary water accumulation following exceptionally heavy rainfall. The Delhi Airport area recorded approximately 72.2 mm of rainfall within just three hours, between 2:30 PM and 5:30 PM. Airport teams responded immediately, clearing the accumulated water within 20 minutes and ensuring that operations continued safely and smoothly in accordance with established protocols.
Commenting on the matter, a DIAL spokesperson said, “Delhi Airport serves millions of passengers and remains committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and operational reliability. While there was temporary water accumulation in the Terminal 3 arrival forecourt following an episode of intense rainfall, airport operations were not affected, and the situation was resolved within 20 minutes. The circulation of misleading content by certain social media handles appears to be a deliberate attempt to create public mischief, damage the reputation of a public utility service, and generate unwarranted concerns among passengers. We urge the public to rely only on our official channels for accurate updates regarding airport operations.”
About GMR Airports Limited (Formerly GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited)
GMR Airports Limited (GAL) is a leading global airport platform company with over two decades of experience in designing, constructing, and operating world-class sustainable airports. Under the brand name “GMR AERO”, it offers pioneering aviation solutions in retail, aero services, and real estate. Groupe ADP joined the journey in 2020 as a strategic partner and is now a co-promoter in GAL.
As a platform business, GAL also provides a range of aero services including Duty Free, Retail, F&B, Cargo, Car Parking, O&M, and PMC services. Through its innovative Aerotropolis concept, it develops cutting-edge airport cities, shaping best-in-class real estate developments in South Asia. GAL operates India's largest third-party Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility through its subsidiary, GMR Air Cargo and Aerospace Engineering Limited ensuring operational excellence across the Asia Pacific region.
GMR Innovex, a GMR Group entity, is developing and introducing a range of digital solutions to enhance the passenger journey and airport experience. Through GMR Aero Academy and GMR School of Aviation, the company is creating the talent pool necessary to drive the growth of the aviation sector in India (the third largest in the world).
As one of the largest private airport operators in the world, GMR Airports Limited (GAL) served over 121 million passengers in FY26. Its commitment to operational excellence and service quality has been consistently recognized by ACI and Skytrax. With seven operational airport assets across India and overseas, GAL manages key aviation gateways including Delhi, Hyderabad, Goa, Nagpur, Bidar, and Visakhapatnam (Vizag) Airport in India, as well as Medan Airport in Indonesia. It is also extending technical services to the Mactan-Cebu International Airport in the Philippines. Further strengthening its global footprint, GAL is developing a transformative greenfield airport project in Crete, Greece.
GMR Group, the promoter of GAL has a significant presence in Energy, Transportation, Urban Infrastructure, and Sports. Through its CSR arm, GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, GMR supports local communities, reflecting its commitment to improving quality of life by enhancing skills, providing education, and developing healthcare infrastructure and services.
Groupe ADP develops and manages airports, including Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Paris-Orly, and Paris-Le Bourget. In 2025, the group handled through its brand Paris Aéroport 107 million passengers at Paris-Charles de Gaulle and Paris-Orly, and nearly 379 million passengers in airports in France and abroad. Boasting an exceptional geographic location and a major catchment area, the Group is pursuing its strategy of adapting and modernizing its terminal facilities and upgrading the quality of services; the group also intends to develop its retail and real estate businesses. In 2025, group revenue stood at €6,704 million and net income at €382 million.
For further information about GMR Group, visit http://www.gmrgroup.com
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