India, May 21 -- An intense dust storm, followed by intense showers and hail hit the capital on Wednesday evening, impacting flight operations at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International (IGI).

At least 10 flights were diverted to nearby airports, and over 50 flights delayed between 7:45pm and 8:45pm, officials aware of the matter said.

"At least 10 flights were diverted, mainly to Jaipur. One flight was also diverted to Mumbai," said an airport official aware of the matter.

The flights were impacted due to wind shear -- strong winds blowing in the opposing direction and rain, officials said. Both take-offs and landings are impacted in such a scenario.

IMD officials said a peak wind speed of 74 km/hr was reported at around 8 pm. Palam also...