On Thursday, Indian airports were thrust into heightened security mode as bomb threats targeted around 80 flights across multiple airlines, causing widespread disruptions. Major Indian carriers including Air India, Vistara, and IndiGo each faced threats to approximately 20 flights, while Akasa Air, Alliance Air, and SpiceJet reported threats on a smaller scale, with 13 and five flights respectively.
Among the disrupted services were key international IndiGo flights to destinations like Istanbul and Jeddah, affecting both domestic and international travelers. The alarming series of threats prompted authorities to activate emergency protocols at airports nationwide, leading to rigorous inspections of the affected flights and delays. Airport security teams coordinated closely to ensure the safety of all passengers while conducting thorough checks to address the security concerns.
Officials also reached out to social media platforms to investigate and counteract the apparent surge in hoax bomb threats. This effort is part of an ongoing campaign to address potential sources of such threats online, which could undermine public safety and cause unnecessary travel disruptions.
Following meticulous security checks, all inspected flights were eventually cleared, allowing them to depart safely. Airlines and airport staff worked to assist affected passengers, ensuring that all necessary measures were taken to resume operations promptly. Despite the day’s disruptions, the response highlights the resilience and preparedness of Indian airports and airlines in handling security threats, ensuring passenger safety remains the top priority.