Image Source : PTI/FILE PHOTO Contingents of Indian Armed Forces march during the Republic Day parade at the Kartavya Path in New Delhi. The Delhi airport runway will be closed for 145 minutes a day from January 19 to January 26 following a NOTAM (Notice to Airmen) issued for security reasons in preparation for Republic Day celebrations. From 10:20 am to 12:45 pm, it coincides with drills, dress rehearsals, and the Republic Day parade, which disrupts more than 1,300 flights a week. Impact on air travel According to aviation research firm Cirium, 1,336 flights—665 departures and 671 arrivals—are expected to be affected. International flights to destinations such as Toronto, Washington, Tashkent, and Colombo are also among those affected. While some flights may face timing changes rather than outright cancellations, the disruption coincides with Delhi’s peak fog period, which can add delays and operational challenges. Traveler’s advice Passengers traveling to or from Delhi during these hours are advised to: Update contact information: Make sure your airline has your current phone number and email for updates …