Bomb threats disrupt flights across India

New Delhi, Oct 20: A series of bomb threats targeting flights across India has sparked widespread alarm, prompting emergency landings and security protocols and creating much fear amongst travellers.

Media and officials have reported that multiple Vistara and Akasa Air flights were affected, including an Akasa flight from Lucknow to Mumbai.

Vistara reported threats for six international routes, including flights to Frankfurt, Singapore, and Bali. Airports, including Karnataka’s Belagavi, received hoax threat emails, while a flight in Udaipur made an emergency landing. So far this week, over 90 flights have been threatened, with most turning out to be hoaxes, according to authorities.

Emergency response teams are closely monitoring the situation in coordination with local authorities. Airlines like Akasa and Vistara have issued statements ensuring passenger safety and adherence to strict security protocols. Despite the disruptions, no explosives have been found thus far. The spike in bomb threats coincides with a blast outside a Delhi school, further heightening concerns across the country.