On October 15, an Air India flight from Dubai bound for Amritsar had to be diverted to Karachi due to a medical emergency. The decision was made based on the need for immediate medical assistance, and Karachi was the closest available location.
According to an Air India Express spokesperson, a passenger experienced a sudden medical complication during the flight, leading to the diversion to Karachi. The flight, which departed from Dubai at 08:51 AM local time, landed in Karachi at 12:30 PM local time.
The airline worked closely with airport and local authorities, ensuring the passenger received immediate medical attention upon landing.
The airport doctor in Karachi administered necessary medication, and after a medical assessment, the passenger was cleared to continue the journey. The flight departed from Karachi at 2:30 PM local time, resuming its route to Amritsar.
