Akasa Air, SpiceJet warn of delays as Mumbai, Dharamshala weather worsens

Akasa Air and SpiceJet told passengers to expect flight disruptions as heavy rain hit Mumbai and adverse weather moved into Dharamshala. Both carriers issued travel advisories Friday, warning that conditions could push back departures and arrivals across their networks.

Akasa Air flagged Mumbai as the trouble spot. SpiceJet separately warned about Dharamshala, where weather has deteriorated. The India Meteorological Department said rainfall activity would increase in Himachal Pradesh and Mumbai over the coming days.

Passengers flying through either city should check their flight status before leaving for the airport. The airlines said they would update schedules as conditions change.

The advisories come during a busy travel period. Any disruption at Mumbai, one of the country's busiest aviation hubs, tends to ripple across domestic routes. Dharamshala, a smaller but growing destination, has less buffer in its schedule, meaning delays there can compound quickly.

Akasa Air and SpiceJet did not say how many flights were affected or how long the disruptions might last. Both said they would prioritize passenger safety and rebooking where possible.