Over 250 passengers, primarily of Indian nationality, have been stranded for more than 50 hours at Turkey's Diyarbakir Airport following an emergency landing of their Virgin Atlantic flight from London to Mumbai. The ordeal began when a passenger suffered a panic attack, prompting the unscheduled landing. Subsequently, a technical issue with the aircraft has prolonged their stay at the military-controlled airport. 

Diyarbakir Airport, a small military facility in southeastern Turkey, offers limited amenities. Stranded passengers have reported inadequate access to food and water, with only one functional toilet available for the entire group. Nighttime conditions have been particularly harsh, as travelers were not provided with blankets, leaving them exposed to cold temperatures. 

The situation is further exacerbated by restricted communication, as many passengers are unable to contact family members due to a lack of charging facilities and compatible adapters. Among those affected are vulnerable individuals, including children, pregnant women, and elderly passengers, heightening concerns about their well-being. 

Efforts to address the aircraft's technical malfunction have been hindered by the airport's limited repair capabilities. Consequently, passengers remain confined within the airport premises without a clear timeline for departure. The absence of airline representatives on-site has led to mounting frustration and anxiety among those stranded. 

Virgin Atlantic has acknowledged the situation, stating that measures are underway to resolve the issue and transport passengers to their intended destination. However, specific details regarding these arrangements remain unclear, leaving passengers and their families in a state of uncertainty. 

This incident underscores the challenges faced during emergency landings in locations with limited infrastructure and highlights the necessity for airlines to have contingency plans to ensure passenger safety and comfort in unforeseen circumstances.