Operations at Nepal’s Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) came to a standstill today as a technical glitch affected the runway lighting system. Airport officials confirmed that all flight movements, both domestic and international, were suspended from 5:30 PM local time. This unexpected disruption has led to significant delays and cancellations for hundreds of passengers. Authorities are urgently working to diagnose and rectify the issue with the airfield lighting, aiming to restore normal flight services as swiftly as possible. The incident has put at least five flights on immediate hold, with more expected to be affected if the problem persists. Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines for the latest updates regarding flight status and potential rescheduling.
