A concerning security incident unfolded at Kolkata Airport when a 26-year-old passenger, traveling from Imphal, made a bomb threat just before boarding an IndiGo flight bound for Mumbai. The passenger reportedly told an airline security officer during the secondary-level security check that he was carrying a bomb, prompting immediate action by airport and airline authorities.
As a result of the threat, the flight, which had 186 passengers scheduled to depart, was delayed. The aircraft, with 179 passengers already boarded, was escorted to an isolation bay for a full security inspection. The plane was evacuated, and both the aircraft and the passenger’s belongings underwent thorough checks, in line with standard operating protocols.
In response to the situation, heightened security measures were put in place. The airline confirmed that all security checks were completed according to the established guidelines. IndiGo reassured passengers that the incident was handled in accordance with safety protocols, and that there was no immediate threat to passengers.
This security scare comes amid growing tensions between India and Pakistan, prompting an increase in security measures at airports across the country. The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has underscored the importance of maintaining heightened vigilance in these turbulent times to ensure passenger safety at all Indian airports.
