Mumbai: An Air India Express flight from Mumbai to Varanasi on November 12 received bomb threat. The incident occured on an Air India Express flight IX 1023 which departs from Mumbai at 1.30 PM and reaches Varanasi at 3:50 PM.
Comfirming the same, an Air India Express spokesperson said that after the threat was received the Government-appointed Bomb Threat Assessment Committee was immediately alerted, and all necessary security procedures promptly initiated."
The spokesperson added that the aircraft will be released for operations once all mandated security checks are completed.
Citing Airport Intelligence, IANS added that the flight made an emergency landing at Varanasi Airport and all 176 passengers were evacuated safely.
According to the report, currently bomb disposal squad is conducting a thorough inspection of the aircraft and passengers’ luggage.
The threat also came amid the time when security has been heightened across Indian cities after Delhi was hit by a horrific blast that took place in a Hyundai i20 car at a traffic signal near Red Fort metro station on November 10. The blast led to death of 12 people while 20 were left injured, gutting several vehicles.
Delhi Airport's T3 receives Hoax Bomb Threat
In another incident, a bomb threat was reported at Delhi Airport’s Terminal 3 at around 4 p.m. on November 12. According to report, the fire department later confirmed it was a hoax. Hours before the blast in Delhi, eight people, including three doctors, were arrested and 2,900 kg of explosives seized with the uncovering of a "white collar" terror module.
Security Heightened Across Mumbai
Following the recent bomb blast in Delhi, the Mumbai Police intensified security measures across the city. Law enforcement and intelligence agencies have been directed to remain vigilant, and surveillance has been stepped up at key locations.
Senior police sources also added that additional security personnel was deployed at crowded areas including railway stations, malls, markets, religious sites, and public parking lots. Every vehicle and individual entering or exiting these areas is being closely monitored. In addition to this, Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled cameras are installed across the city to enhance surveillance and quickly identify suspicious activity or individuals.
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