Amid heavy rainfall, tragedy took place in Delhi, as the collapse of the canopy at Delhi Airport has resulted in the tragic death of a 45-year-old cab driver and injuries to eight others.

Following this incident at Terminal-1 of Indira Gandhi International Airport, proactive measures have been assured by Union Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu.

A structural preliminary inspection of all airports across the country has been ordered by Naidu in response to the roof collapse. It has been stated by the minister that a report from all airports has been sought within a timeframe of 2-5 days, after which necessary preventive measures will be taken to avert such incidents in the future.

Quoted by news agency ANI, Naidu remarked, "Since such incidents should not be repeated, a structural preliminary inspection will be ensured for all airports. Reports from all airports nationwide have been sought within 2-5 days, and necessary measures will be assessed and implemented to prevent such future incidents."

The canopy collapse incident, which led to the death of a 45-year-old cab driver and left eight others injured, prompted these remarks from the minister. Expressing his condolences for the victim, Naidu said, "The incident at Delhi Airport is very tragic, and condolences are extended to the individual who lost his life. The injured have been taken to the hospital and are receiving treatment."

Proactive measures in response to the incident have also been outlined by the aviation minister. A war room has been constituted to ensure that refunds or alternative flights are provided for passengers affected by the incident. A guarantee has been made for a refund within seven days or alternative flights for those whose flights were cancelled.

Terminal 1 has been completely closed and evacuated following the incident, with flight operations shifted to Terminal 2 and Terminal 3. For passengers whose flights were cancelled, arrangements for either refunds or alternative flights have been made. The Civil Aviation Ministry has decided to issue a circular ensuring refunds to passengers within seven days.