A commercial flight en route from Delhi to Chennai was forced to make an emergency landing after a passenger’s power bank ignited mid-flight, prompting immediate action from the crew. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about lithium-ion battery fires in aircraft cabins, which can pose serious risks if not contained quickly. Authorities are expected to investigate the cause and whether proper safety protocols were followed during the evacuation. Travelers and aviation experts are urged to check guidelines on carrying electronic devices to prevent similar incidents.
A plane flying from Delhi to Chennai made an emergency landing after a power bank reportedly caught fire on board.
