Munsif News 24×7: IndiGo’s already turbulent week intensified on Thursday when its Madinah–Hyderabad flight was urgently diverted to Ahmedabad following a bomb threat, adding to nationwide frustration over mass cancellations and operational delays.
According to airport officials, the indigo aircraft made a safe emergency landing at Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport around 12:30 pm, where security teams immediately cordoned off the area for inspection. All passengers and crew were safely deboarded before a detailed security sweep began.
Bomb Threat Email Triggers Immediate Diversion
Authorities confirmed that IndiGo received an email claiming a bomb was planted on the Madinah–Hyderabad flight, prompting the pilot to request an emergency landing at the nearest available airport — Ahmedabad.
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Key Points
- The IndiGo Madinah–Hyderabad flight diverted after a bomb threat.
- Aircraft landed safely in Ahmedabad around 12:30 pm.
- Passengers and crew were quickly evacuated for inspection.
- Police, CISF, and NDRF teams conducted security checks.
- No suspicious object found in the initial search.
Local police units joined the CISF and NDRF in conducting a thorough sweep of the aircraft. Early checks did not reveal any suspicious items, and the investigation is ongoing.
Mass Cancellations Intensify Passenger Frustration
The bomb-threat diversion came at a time when IndiGo is already facing widespread cancellations across major metros.
Reasons for the Disruptions
- Crew shortages
- Delays caused by SITA check-in software
- Over 200 flights cancelled on Wednesday
- Continued cancellations reported on Thursday
Passengers across cities like Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad have experienced long queues, last-minute cancellations, and schedule uncertainty, making this one of the airline’s most challenging weeks.
A Turbulent Week for IndiGo
With mass cancellations continuing and a bomb threat forcing the Madinah–Hyderabad flight to divert to Ahmedabad, IndiGo’s operational challenges have escalated sharply. Munsif News 24×7 will continue monitoring updates on the investigation, passenger impact, and restoration of normal operations.