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Hindustan Times
4 days ago
- Climate
- Hindustan Times
Rainwater falls into food court of newly opened T1 of Delhi airport
Widespread rain and thunderstorm activity on Tuesday hit flight operations at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, with at least 14 flights diverted and several delayed, officials said. The showers also led to water falling down from the false ceiling and into parts of the food court at the newly renovated Terminal 1 (T1), with several visuals of the same emerging on social media. The airport operator acknowledged the incident, and clarified that it was due to overflowing drains on the rooftop. 'Delhi Airport witnessed sudden heavy rains this afternoon, due to which drains on the roof near the food court at Terminal 1 overflowed, leading to water coming down to the food court area. The housekeeping staff deployed there immediately cleared the area, and the operations remained normal,' said a spokesperson from the GMR-led Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL), airport operator. According to an official, the incident occurred around 3.30pm-4pm, and the problem was rectified in around 30 minutes. 'Drains began to overflow when it was raining. As soon as the rain stopped, the water was cleared immediately,' said the official. DIAL said it has already initiated efforts to identify and fix the problem in regards to these drains, keeping in mind the upcoming monsoon season. T1 became operational on April 15, following which renovation was initiated at T2. Multiple videos emerged online of water gushing down the false ceiling of T1 at the food court area. One such video, posted on X by the user Ananye, said, 'Chaos at @DelhiAirport terminal 1 is falling apart due to heavy rains...' Attaching multiple images of water in the food court area, another user Deepak Morya said, 'This is the condition of Terminal 1, Delhi airport in rainy could be anyone be is our best airport in South Asia... this is pathetic. This terminal is recently built...' Flight operations too were impacted due to the adverse weather. An airport official said 12 flights were diverted between 3pm and 4pm. Flight tracking website Flightradar24 showed that over 300 flights were also delayed through the day, with an average delay time of 65 minutes for departures.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Hilton, Waldorf Astoria to arrive at GMR Aerocity, New Delhi
Global hospitality company Hilton has revealed a partnership with GMR Group's Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) to introduce Waldorf Astoria and Hilton hotel brands to GMR Aerocity. GMR Aerocity in New Delhi is India's international business hub, featuring an array of top-tier hotels, dining establishments, and offices designed for the future. The luxury and full-service hotels will enhance Hilton's footprint in New Delhi, and the national capital region, which already houses four of its properties. GMR Group corporate chairman Kiran Kumar Grandhi said: 'Partnering with Hilton to bring Waldorf Astoria and Hilton to GMR Aerocity reflects our continued commitment to bring world-class global brands to Aerocity, thereby positioning the facility as a force multiplier for Delhi's tourism and business economy. 'Hilton's global standards align well with our ambition to build GMR Aerocity as a strategic destination establishing new benchmarks in urban and hospitality infrastructure.' The agreement marks the first Waldorf Astoria in the capital city, offering 150 rooms and suites, signature dining, event venues, and wellness amenities, including the Peacock Alley. Additionally, the 350-key hotel at GMR Aerocity will mark the Hilton Hotels & Resorts brand's debut in the city, offering dining options and social areas for business and leisure travellers. Waldorf Astoria's addition to GMR Aerocity places it alongside other global locations such as New York, Shanghai, and Dubai. This expansion is part of Hilton's broader strategy to grow its luxury footprint in the Asia Pacific, aiming for 150 hotels in the coming years, with upcoming Waldorf Astoria properties in Jaipur, Kuala Lumpur, Sydney, Shanghai, Tokyo, Xi'an, and Hanoi. Hilton's luxury brand portfolio in India will increase fourfold, and will see the inclusion of Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, and Signia by Hilton, complementing the existing Conrad Hotels & Resorts in Bengaluru and Pune. The introduction of LXR Hotels & Resorts to India was announced in May, with The Den, Bengaluru. To cater to the diverse needs of Indian travellers, Hilton is diversifying its brand offerings in India, planning to double its current five brands to ten. The expansion will introduce Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts, LXR Hotels & Resorts, Signia by Hilton, Curio Collection by Hilton, and Spark by Hilton. Hilton president and CEO Chris Nassetta said: "The signing of a Waldorf Astoria and Hilton in Delhi Aerocity with our partners at GMR-led DIAL underscores Hilton's long-term commitment to India. 'As we continue to accelerate our growth in South Asia, these landmark properties and partnerships play a pivotal role in expanding Hilton's portfolio and delivering exceptional, elevated experiences for global travellers.' Earlier in 2025, Hilton announced the Asia Pacific debut of its luxury Signia brand, with the first hotel set to open in Jaipur, India. "Hilton, Waldorf Astoria to arrive at GMR Aerocity, New Delhi" was originally created and published by Hotel Management Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
