Bhubaneswar, Jan 2: Flight operations at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar were severely disrupted on Friday morning as dense fog blanketed the city, reducing visibility and forcing airlines to cancel or divert several flights.

Airport authorities confirmed that flights bound for Ahmedabad and Kolkata were cancelled due to poor visibility. Meanwhile, services to Varanasi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Delhi faced significant delays, leaving passengers stranded and schedules uncertain. Some incoming flights were also diverted to nearby airports to ensure passenger safety.

Officials stated that operations would resume once weather conditions improve.

Passengers have been advised to remain in contact with their respective airlines for updated schedules and to avoid unnecessary travel to the airport until visibility clears.

The disruption comes as Odisha continues to experience heavy winter fog, impacting both air and road transport across the region.