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Hoax bomb threats to airlines continue, 50 flights targeted today

Credits: HT

Over 50 Indian flights received bomb threats on Sunday, part of 350+ in two weeks. Akasa Air, IndiGo, and Vistara reported multiple alerts.

At least 50 flights operated by Indian air carriers received bomb threats on Sunday. Over the past two weeks, more than 350 flights have faced similar hoax threats, with most threats issued via social media.

On Sunday, Akasa Air reported that 15 of its flights received security alerts. After thorough inspections, all aircraft were cleared for operations. IndiGo received threats for 18 flights, while Vistara had alerts for 17 flights, PTI reported.

Additionally, IndiGo received bomb threat alerts for 18 flights, while Vistara faced similar threats for 17 flights.

Earlier this month, an Air India Express flight (IX-196) from Dubai to Jaipur also received a bomb threat via email.

According to Jaipur Airport Police SHO Sandeep Basera, the plane, carrying 189 passengers, made an emergency landing at Jaipur International Airport at 1:20 am on Saturday.

Union civil aviation minister K Rammohan Naidu announced on Sunday that the Centre is considering measures to ban individuals who issue hoax bomb threats from flying.

“We are also taking the support of international agencies, law enforcement agencies, the Intelligence Bureau to prevent these. We are planning to bring changes to two civil aviation laws. Those who resort to these kinds of activities will be punished severely and imposed a penalty. We are also taking steps to ban such persons from flying. We will announce them in the coming days,” he said.

Ministry’s Response to Hoax calls

In response to the rising number of hoax threats, the IT Ministry has directed social media platforms to uphold diligence and promptly remove false information in line with IT rules.

Taking the threats seriously, the government has started identifying those behind these hoaxes and has asked social media platforms, including Meta and X, to share data related to such messages. A senior official said that cooperation is required for public safety, PTI reported.

As authorities continue to address these threats, the safety of passengers and crew remains the top priority for Indian aviation.

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