In the aftermath of India’s bold Operation Sindoor targeting terror camps in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir, a bomb threat was received at Mumbai’s Sahar Airport, alerting authorities to an explosive on board an IndiGo flight. The threat was specifically directed at Flight 6E 6382, which was traveling from Chandigarh to Mumbai.

The authorities responded promptly, following standard emergency protocols. The aircraft was diverted to an isolation bay where passengers were safely evacuated. IndiGo issued a statement confirming the incident, reassuring passengers that safety was their highest priority. The airline expressed gratitude for passengers’ cooperation, as security agencies conducted thorough checks.

This incident comes shortly after India launched strikes against nine terrorist camps in retaliation for a deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, which killed 26 civilians. Operation Sindoor targeted facilities linked to militant groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen. In the wake of these operations, the Indian government closely monitored airspace and declared a national emergency.

Due to the heightened security, several flight operations, especially to and from northern cities like Srinagar, Jammu, and Amritsar, were disrupted. IndiGo confirmed that services to and from Bikaner were also impacted. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) remains vigilant, ensuring that passenger safety remains at the forefront of all efforts.