Full Emergency Declared At Bengaluru Airport After Hijack Threat Note Found On Lucknow-Bound IndiGo Flight

Bengaluru declared a full emergency at Kempegowda International Airport on Saturday following the discovery of a suspected hijack threat note inside an IndiGo flight destined for Lucknow. The IndiGo aircraft, flight 6E-451, was in transit from Bengaluru to Lucknow when cabin crew spotted the threatening note in the aircraft's lavatory.

Following strict safety procedures, pilots promptly maneuvered the plane back to Bengaluru to commence security protocols. Once on the ground, airport security and aviation law enforcement units took charge of the plane, conducting extensive anti-sabotage and safety inspections. An ongoing investigation aims to determine the source and origin of the threat message found on board.

IndiGo confirmed the incident in an official press release, expressing regret for the inconvenience caused to passengers and assuring them of their efforts to minimize disruption by providing refreshments and regular updates. The flight is scheduled to resume its journey once all necessary safety clearances are obtained. Passenger safety and aircraft security are the airline's top priorities.