An IndiGo flight from Chandigarh to Lucknow was cancelled on Friday due to a technical issue detected before taxiing, ensuring passenger safety through disembarkation. Passengers were accommodated on alternate flights or offered refunds. This incident occurred amidst other aviation disruptions, including an Air India Express flight diversion and an IndiGo flight's emergency landing due to low fuel.
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