Qatar Airways' Delhi to Doha flight diverted to Karachi due to emergency: official

Qatar Airways flight QR579 from Delhi to Doha made an emergency landing in Pakistan's Karachi Monday "due to indication of smoke in the cargo hold", Qatar Airways spokesperson told Gulf Times. The flight is carrying over 100 passengers.

"Qatar Airways flight QR579 from Delhi to Doha on 21 March diverted to Karachi having declared an emergency due to the indication of smoke detected in the cargo hold. The aircraft landed safely at Karachi where it was met by emergency services, passengers disembarked orderly via stairs and were served breakfast at the airport," Qatar Airways spokesperson said.The airline added that the incident is currently under investigation and a relief was immediately dispatched and is enroute to Karachi to transport passengers onwards to Doha. "We apologise for the inconvenience to our passengers who are being assisted with this onward travel plans."