62 flights across country received bomb threats in one day, says official
Once the plane landed, a detailed security check was carried out by airport officials and security personnel. No suspicious items were found. After clearance, the flight (6E 5247) was permitted to proceed to Mumbai at 5:07 pm.
Speaking to TNIE, a senior officer from RGIA police station said, “As many as 62 flights across the country have received bomb threats today. They all turned out to be a hoax, and the flights landed safely.”
Visakhapatnam International Airport Director Raja Reddy confirmed the heightened alert status, emphasising that all precautions are being taken to ensure passenger safety. “The Hyderabad-Vizag-Mumbai flight was inspected as per protocol, and only then cleared for departure,” he said.
A statement issued by Indigo read, “In line with our strict safety protocols, all necessary precautions are being taken, and we are working with the relevant authorities. The safety of our customers and crew remain our highest priority. We regret any inconvenience caused to our customers and appreciate their understanding during this time.”
