India, Aug. 4 -- At least 12 passengers were injured after an Air India flight travelling from Phuket, Thailand, to New Delhi encountered severe turbulence on Tuesday, according to reports.

Sources told NDTV that the injured included two cabin crew members. The aircraft also reportedly sustained minor damage during the turbulence.

Confirming the incident, Air India said flight AI2379, operating from Phuket to Delhi on August 4, experienced a brief turbulence-related event while cruising.

The Tata Group-owned carrier said the aircraft landed safely in New Delhi and all passengers disembarked without incident.

"There have been no serious injuries as of now. A small number of passengers and crew members with minor injuries requiring medi...