Jaipur experienced heavy rainfall on Thursday, resulting in widespread waterlogging that brought the city to a standstill. Among the affected areas was the Jaipur International Airport (JIA), where severe flooding stranded many individuals. A video capturing a pilot’s unique attempt to enter the waterlogged airport went viral on social media. The clip shows the pilot navigating the flooded entrance on a trolley, assisted by an airport staff member.
In the video, shared by X user Veena Jain, the pilot can be seen struggling to cross the submerged airport entrance. To avoid wading through the water, he climbs onto a luggage trolley, which an airport staff member pushes through the flooded path. The video humorously captions, “This is Jaipur Adani Airport. Here pilots fly even before boarding a flight… trolley itself is enough to fly.”
This is Jaipur Adani Airport ✈️
Here Pilots fly even before boarding a flight… Trolley itself is enough to fly 😅#CloudBurst #DelhiRains #Delhi #Modi pic.twitter.com/J5LMkt6PKl
— Veena Jain (@DrJain21) August 1, 2024
Since its posting on August 1, the video has garnered over 7,000 views and numerous likes and comments. The situation has drawn reactions from many viewers, highlighting the inadequate drainage infrastructure that led to the flooding.
One commenter expressed frustration, noting, “Everywhere there is the problem of proper drainage resulting in water logging. It’s really a shame.” Another user, Pratik Kumar Mishra, humorously remarked, “Wow, what an entrance! I’m curious how the average traveller will get into the airport—maybe they’ll need a boat, or is it an air+water port now?” Other reactions included criticisms and sarcastic remarks, with some using crying emoticons to convey their disappointment and frustration.
The incident at Jaipur International Airport underscores the significant impact of the heavy rainfall on the city’s infrastructure and the challenges faced by residents and travelers during such events.