A bomb threat at Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport led to a swift emergency response, but investigations revealed it was a false alarm.
On Tuesday morning, passengers and airport staff at Delhi’s busiest aviation hub were thrown into a state of panic after an anonymous bomb threat call was received. Authorities immediately activated emergency protocols, which included evacuating certain terminals, deploying bomb detection squads, and temporarily suspending flight operations in the affected zone.
Security forces, including the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and Delhi Police, swiftly arrived at the scene and conducted thorough checks across the airport premises. After hours of rigorous inspection, no explosive devices were found, confirming that the threat was indeed a hoax.
Officials are currently tracing the source of the threat call, and strict action is expected against the individual(s) responsible for the disruption. Despite the chaos, airport officials and emergency services were lauded for their quick and professional response, ensuring the safety of all present.
Such hoax threats, while not resulting in physical harm, cause significant disruptions to public life and drain security resources. Authorities have reiterated the legal consequences of issuing false threats and emphasized the importance of public cooperation in such situations.
