By:- B.T Team
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Multiple Bomb Threats – Date: Monday – Location: New Delhi – Affected: Air travel and rail services
Bomb Threats Disrupt Travel Across India
Multiple bomb threats led to emergency responses, affecting air and rail travel in New Delhi.
Overview
Air India Flight AI119
– From Mumbai to New York – Diverted to Delhi due to a bomb threat – 239 passengers safely evacuated
Emergency Landing
The aircraft made an emergency landing at Indira Gandhi International Airport, where safety protocols were enacted.
Investigation Underway
Authorities are investigating the bomb threat, reportedly received via a tweet. A thorough search of the aircraft is ongoing.
IndiGo Flights Affected
– 6E 56 to Jeddah and 6E 1275 to Muscat received bomb threats. – Both flights were moved to an isolated bay for security checks.
– Flight 6E 1275 for Muscat was delayed from 2 AM to 9 AM. – Flight 6E 56 for Jeddah remains on the ground.
Mumbai-Howrah Train Threat
Mumbai-Howrah Mail (12809) – Received a bomb threat early Monday morning. – Halted at Jalgaon station for inspection.
Authorities conducted a thorough inspection of the train; no suspicious objects were found, and it continued its journey.
Central Railway’s Chief Public Relations Officer confirmed all safety protocols were followed to ensure passenger safety throughout the incidents.