Closely monitoring volcanic ash plumes situation; no cause for concern: Civil Aviation Ministry

Key Points

1. Civil Aviation Ministry monitoring ash plumes from Hayli Gubbi volcanic eruption in Ethiopia.
2. Some flights cancelled and delayed due to ash plumes.
3. Air India cancelled 13 flights on November 21, 2025, due to volcanic ash.
4. IMD reported ash clouds drifting towards China by November 25, 2025.
5. Forecast models indicated ash influence over Gujarat, Delhi-NCR, Rajasthan, Punjab, and Haryana on November 25, 2025.
6. AAI issued necessary NOTAM to inform affected flights.