Key Points
- IndiGo flight from Kuwait to Hyderabad diverted to Mumbai after human bomb threat
- Threat received via detailed email at Delhi Airport and Hyderabad Airport
- Aircraft safely landed at Mumbai Airport, 8,10 am after 6-hour flight
- Full emergency protocols activated, bomb disposal squads deployed
- Extensive security checks found no explosive devices or suspicious objects
- Flight operated as Airbus A321-251NX aircraft
- Incident part of recurring pattern of hoax bomb threats across Indian aviation
A major security alert unfolded Tuesday morning when an IndiGo flight carrying passengers from Kuwait to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai Airport following a serious “human bomb” threat. The threat, conveyed through a detailed email message, was received at both Delhi Airport and Hyderabad Airport, prompting immediate action from aviation authorities and security agencies across multiple locations.
Emergency Landing Executed After Email Alert Triggers Full Security Response
The aircraft, identified as flight 6E1234 and operating an Airbus A321-251NX, departed from Kuwait at 1,56 am IST and executed an emergency landing at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai at approximately 8,10 am. Aviation authorities acted swiftly upon receiving the threat alert, establishing an emergency response protocol that ensured passenger and crew safety throughout the diversion process. Full emergency procedures were declared, and air traffic control coordinated with all relevant security agencies to facilitate the secure landing.[1]
Specific Human Bomb Threat Triggers Heightened Security Alert Across Airports
The threat message specifically warned of a “human bomb” aboard the aircraft, which authorities assessed as a credible and specific alert requiring immediate action. The email was received at multiple airport locations, including Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport, where officials determined the threat severity warranted emergency diversion protocols. Security teams, including CISF personnel, bomb disposal squads, and emergency response units, were placed on immediate standby at Mumbai Airport before the aircraft’s arrival.
Aircraft Lands Safely, Isolation Bay Procedures Initiated for Comprehensive Security Checks
Upon landing at Mumbai, the IndiGo flight was immediately directed to an isolation bay at taxiway E9, separating it from regular airport operations for thorough inspection procedures. Emergency responders, fire safety units, and bomb disposal squads conducted extensive security checks and passenger screening protocols. Authorities deployed command posts at strategic locations and coordinated real-time updates between all relevant agencies to ensure complete security coverage throughout the inspection process.
No Suspicious Objects Found, All Passengers and Crew Cleared After Security Sweep
After conducting comprehensive searches and detailed security inspections, authorities found no explosives, suspicious devices, or threatening materials aboard the aircraft. The threat was determined to be non-credible following the extensive investigation and clearance protocols. All passengers and crew members were safely processed, and IndiGo Airlines coordinated with airport authorities to minimise inconvenience, providing refreshments and regular status updates to travellers.
Hoax Bomb Threats Continue to Plague Indian Aviation Sector, Multiple Incidents Reported
This incident represents part of an alarming trend of bomb threats targeting Indian aviation infrastructure. The previous day, Monday, a private school in Mira Road, Thane district, Maharashtra, received a similar bomb threat via email at approximately 6,30 am. Police and bomb squads conducted thorough campus searches, finding no explosive devices, and the threat was classified as a hoax. Security measures were subsequently increased at the school premises before classes resumed normally.
Earlier in November, IndiGo received multiple bomb threat emails targeting five major Indian airports, including Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Chennai, and Thiruvananthapuram. These threats were assessed as “non-specific” by the Bomb Threat Assessment Committee (BTAC), though authorities implemented enhanced security measures across all affected airports as a precautionary response.
Enhanced Security Measures in Place Across Indian Airports Following Recurring Threats
Following the escalation of bomb threats in the aviation sector, airports nationwide have activated compulsory secondary security screening protocols for all departing and arriving flights. CISF personnel and security agencies have been instructed to conduct thorough passenger baggage checks and enhanced surveillance measures at terminal areas. IndiGo Airlines and other carriers continue to coordinate closely with aviation authorities to maintain the highest safety standards for all passengers and crew members.
IndiGo Reaffirms Safety Commitment, Full Cooperation With Security Agencies
While IndiGo Airlines had not issued an official public statement at the time of this report, sources indicated that the airline fully cooperated with all security agencies and followed established protocols upon receiving the threat alert. The airline’s standard procedures include immediate notification of relevant authorities, comprehensive aircraft inspections, and passenger care provisions during diversion operations. IndiGo has consistently maintained that the safety and security of customers, crew, and aircraft remain their topmost priorities in all operational situations.
Security agencies continue investigations into the source and authenticity of the bomb threats targeting both aviation and educational institutions. Coordination between Indian security agencies, airport authorities, and the airline industry remains active to identify threat originators and prevent future hoax incidents that disrupt aviation operations and create unnecessary panic. Officials have urged the public to report any suspicious information or threats to authorities immediately through proper channels.
