Planning to take a flight from or to Delhi? Plan ahead, because in the light Republic Day Celebrations and restrictions will remain in place in the national capital from January 19 to 29.

Flights closed for Republic Day preparations

From January 19 to January 26, flights at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) will remain closed between 10:20 am and 12:45 pm every day. This is to allow security preparations, flypast rehearsal and parade practice for the Republic Day. More than 1,300 flights, both domestic and international, will be affected, including to Toronto, Washington, Kathmandu and Colombo. Although no flights will be canceled due to this, there is a possibility of delays and rescheduling.

If you’re traveling during this time, expect changes to your flight schedule. To avoid surprises:

Stay informed: Make sure your airline has your updated contact details so you can get alerts about any changes.

Plan ahead: If you haven’t booked your flight yet, avoid times close to daily closing hours.

Delhi winter fog

Winter fog in Delhi is also making travel difficult. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for “dense to very dense fog”, which may reduce visibility. Severe fog was recorded on 4 January, when visibility at IGIA was below 200 meters for about 12 hours, while visibility remained at zero for nine hours. Reports said that due to the fog, more than 400 flights were delayed, 45 were canceled and 19 Delhi-bound flights were diverted. If you’re flying to or from Delhi, be prepared for possible delays due to both weather and Republic Day restrictions. Keep track of your airline’s updates and check your flight status regularly. And try to book flights outside closing hours.

Republic Day Celebration of India

According to reports, Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has accepted New Delhi’s invitation to be the chief guest at India’s 2025 Republic Day parade. The visit is an important step towards strengthening India-Indonesia relations, highlighting the importance of India’s Act East policy under Prime Minister Modi’s third term.

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