Chandigarh, Feb. 28 -- The escalating military conflict between Israel and Iran has significantly disrupted international air travel in Punjab and Chandigarh, with several flights to Dubai and the UAE being cancelled.

The deteriorating situation in the Middle East and the subsequent temporary closure of key airspaces have left hundreds of passengers stranded at Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport in Amritsar and Chandigarh International Airport.

Following joint military actions by the US and Israel against Iran, air traffic corridors over the Middle East have faced severe restrictions. This has directly impacted flight schedules to and from destinations such as Dubai and Sharjah. Since Saturday, chaotic scenes were witnessed at Am...