Bomb threat to Indigo flights: In a worrying rise of bomb threat incidents, five Indigo planes have been forced to make emergency landings after receiving bomb threats. So far, seven bomb threat calls have been reported, affecting various airlines and leading to heightened security measures. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is closely monitoring the situation and has been coordinating with relevant authorities.Surge in bomb threats across airlinesSince Monday, more than 70 flights have been targeted with bomb threats, causing widespread panic and disruptions. This morning alone, both Air India Express and Vistara Airlines reported receiving similar threats. Indigo, however, appears to be the most affected, with five of its flights receiving threats, prompting immediate emergency protocols.International flights targetedInternational flights have also come under threat. Air India Express flight IX-196, en route from Dubai to Jaipur with 189 passengers on board, was the target of a bomb threat delivered via email. The flight safely landed at Jaipur International Airport at 1:20 pm, where security forces conducted a thorough investigation. Despite the bomb threat, no suspicious items were found. Air India Express has yet to issue an official statement on the incident.Increased security measuresSo far, three flights have made emergency landings at Delhi airport after receiving bomb threats. The DGCA, along with other ministries and departments, continues to share internal communication to ensure passenger safety. Security forces are conducting rigorous checks on all affected planes, though no further suspicious activities have been detected.
