Security teams isolated a commercial jet following written threats

Operations at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport faced immediate disruption on Wednesday morning following a security scare on a Mumbai-bound Air India jet. Security personnel rushed to the scene after flight crew discovered a menacing message in the lavatory before departure. Recognising the severity of the situation, the pilot instantly notified Air Traffic Control. Ground control then ordered the aircraft to immediately taxi to an isolation bay for rigorous inspection.

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CISF Initiates Thorough Inspection

Central Industrial Security Force officers, alongside specialized local response teams, executed a strict sweep of the grounded aircraft to identify potential hazards. Safety protocols in Indian aviation require complete screening of both the cabin interior and cargo holds during such high-level threats to guarantee passenger welfare.

Police Launch Urgent Investigation

Law enforcement officials are actively scanning CCTV surveillance footage from terminal zones and onboard cameras. Detectives want to identify the individual responsible for leaving the threatening text. Strict aviation regulations penalize false warnings heavily, and authorities remain focused on tracking down the suspect swiftly to resume normal flight schedules.