India, Nov. 30 -- Hundreds of Indian citizens found themselves stranded at Bandaranaike International Airport in Colombo on Saturday as Cyclone Ditwah battered Sri Lanka, causing severe flight disruptions and grounding flights across the country. In response, the High Commission of India in Colombo quickly set up an emergency help desk to assist passengers with food, water, shelter, and travel guidance.

"@IndiainSL is assisting stranded Indian passengers at Bandaranaike International Airport, Colombo. In the wake of severe air traffic disruptions, Indian passengers facing difficulties are being provided food, water and other assistance," the mission tweeted.

The stranded Indians were among thousands affected as the cyclone caused widesp...