Air India Flight from Mumbai to New York Diverted to Delhi Due to Bomb Threat
An Air India flight, bound from Mumbai to New York, was diverted to Delhi on October 14 following a bomb threat received via X (formerly Twitter). All passengers and crew are safe and the situation is under control.
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According to Delhi Police, the aircraft is currently stationed at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport, and all standard safety protocols are being diligently followed to ensure the safety of passengers and crew on board. All security agencies at the airport are on high alert. “We request your cooperation and refrain from spreading unverified information. Further updates will be shared in due course,” said a senior police officer at Delhi airport.
The Air India Spokesperson released a statement, saying, “Flight AI119 operating Mumbai to JFK on October 14 received a specific security alert and, on instructions of the government's security regulatory committee, was diverted to Delhi. All passengers have disembarked and are at the Delhi airport terminal. Our colleagues on the ground are making sure to minimize the inconvenience caused to our guests by this unexpected disruption. Air India is committed to and accords top priority to the safety and security of its passengers and crew.”
Multiple airports have been the target of bomb threats recently, many of which have later turned out to be hoaxes. On October 5, Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar International Airport in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, received a bomb threat email. The police registered an FIR, and the sender threatened to blow up other airports in the country. Similarly, Vadodara Airport received a bomb threat via email on the same day, leading to a thorough search.
Security has been beefed up at all major airports following these threats, and authorities are currently investigating the matter to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to the Air India flight from Mumbai to New York?
The Air India flight from Mumbai to New York (Flight AI119) was diverted to Delhi due to a bomb threat received via X (formerly Twitter). All passengers and crew are safe and have disembarked at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport in Delhi.
What actions did the authorities take upon receiving the bomb threat?
Upon receiving the bomb threat, the message was immediately conveyed to the security agencies in Delhi. The aircraft was diverted to Delhi, and all standard safety protocols are being followed at the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport to ensure the safety of passengers and crew.
How did Air India respond to the situation?
Air India released a statement confirming that Flight AI119 received a specific security alert and was diverted to Delhi on the instructions of the government's security regulatory committee. The airline is committed to the safety and security of its passengers and crew and is working to minimize the inconvenience caused.
Have there been similar incidents at other airports recently?
Yes, other airports have received bomb threats recently. On October 5, Devi Ahilya Bai Holkar International Airport in Indore and Vadodara Airport both received bomb threats via email, leading to thorough searches and increased security measures.
What steps have been taken to ensure the safety of passengers and crew?
Security has been beefed up at all major airports following these threats. Authorities are investigating the matter thoroughly to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew, and they are following all standard safety protocols.
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