A golden jackal was sighted on the runway at Kolkata airport, forcing an arriving flight from Chennai to divert to Durgapur. The incident once again draws attention to a persistent wildlife challenge at the airport. The airport operator has been trying to contain this issue for years.
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Golden jackal sighting forces Chennai flight diversion at Kolkata airport
A golden jackal was spotted on the runway at Kolkata airport, forcing an arriving flight from Chennai to divert to Durgapur. The incident highlights a persistent wildlife challenge that the airport operator has been attempting to manage for years.
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Golden jackal sighting forces Chennai flight diversion at Kolkata airportPhoto via The Times of India
