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Hoax Bomb Threat Creates Scare at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
A major security scare unfolded at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) on Monday morning after a bomb threat was issued for British Airways flight BA 277 arriving from London. The threat, received via an anonymous email sent to aviation authorities, claimed that an explosive device had been planted on the aircraft, which landed in Hyderabad around 5:30 am with 212 passengers onboard. The message triggered immediate panic and prompted swift action from airport security teams and law enforcement agencies.
Following standard emergency protocols, authorities quickly evacuated all passengers from the aircraft and moved them to a secure area. The airport was partially cordoned off, and a large contingent of CISF personnel, including specialized bomb disposal squads, arrived at the scene. Along with local police, the teams conducted a thorough inspection of the aircraft, luggage compartments, cargo areas, and surrounding zones. For several tense hours, the situation remained uncertain as officials carried out detailed checks to ensure the safety of everyone at the airport.
After completing the search, security personnel confirmed that no explosive device was found on the plane. The threat was officially declared a hoax, bringing much-needed relief to passengers, crew, and airport authorities. Despite the false alarm, the incident created considerable anxiety among travelers and temporarily disrupted operations at RGIA.
Police at the airport have registered a case and initiated an investigation to trace the sender of the threatening email. Authorities are working to identify the individual responsible and determine the motive behind the hoax. Incidents like these, officials noted, not only cause widespread panic but also lead to significant security challenges and operational delays. The airport resumed normal activities shortly after the confirmation of the threat being fake, but the scare highlighted the need for heightened vigilance in aviation security.
A major security scare unfolded at Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) on Monday morning after a bomb threat was issued for British Airways flight BA 277 arriving from London. The threat, received via an anonymous email sent to aviation authorities, claimed that an explosive device had been planted on the aircraft, which landed in Hyderabad around 5:30 am with 212 passengers onboard. The message triggered immediate panic and prompted swift action from airport security teams and law enforcement agencies.
Following standard emergency protocols, authorities quickly evacuated all passengers from the aircraft and moved them to a secure area. The airport was partially cordoned off, and a large contingent of CISF personnel, including specialized bomb disposal squads, arrived at the scene. Along with local police, the teams conducted a thorough inspection of the aircraft, luggage compartments, cargo areas, and surrounding zones. For several tense hours, the situation remained uncertain as officials carried out detailed checks to ensure the safety of everyone at the airport.
After completing the search, security personnel confirmed that no explosive device was found on the plane. The threat was officially declared a hoax, bringing much-needed relief to passengers, crew, and airport authorities. Despite the false alarm, the incident created considerable anxiety among travelers and temporarily disrupted operations at RGIA.
Police at the airport have registered a case and initiated an investigation to trace the sender of the threatening email. Authorities are working to identify the individual responsible and determine the motive behind the hoax. Incidents like these, officials noted, not only cause widespread panic but also lead to significant security challenges and operational delays. The airport resumed normal activities shortly after the confirmation of the threat being fake, but the scare highlighted the need for heightened vigilance in aviation security.
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