An IndiGo flight traveling from Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, to Hyderabad, Telangana, was forced to make an emergency landing in Nagpur on Sunday morning due to a bomb threat. Flight 6E-7308 was diverted after a threatening message was discovered on board, prompting immediate security measures.

The flight, en route to Hyderabad, was diverted to Nagpur International Airport after a piece of paper with a bomb threat was found in the plane’s bathroom. Upon landing, all passengers were safely evacuated from the aircraft.

Security Search Yields No Threat

Security personnel conducted a thorough search of the aircraft, but no suspicious items or devices were found. The bomb threat was later confirmed to be a false alarm.

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Flight Delayed, Passengers Safe

Although the incident delayed the flight, IndiGo assured passengers that their safety remained the top priority. Passengers were provided with assistance and refreshments during the security checks. The flight was expected to resume its journey to Hyderabad later in the afternoon.

Aviation Security Remains Crucial

This incident underscores the importance of stringent aviation security protocols, even in cases where threats are ultimately deemed false. IndiGo and security agencies emphasized the need for caution and thorough procedures to protect passengers and crew.

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