Bomb Threat Forces Air India Flight to Delhi to Land Safely

A significant security incident unfolded on Thursday when Air India flight AI188, traveling from Toronto to Delhi, received an anonymous bomb threat. The aircraft landed without incident at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI) where security agencies were on high alert. The Delhi Police stated they were alerted to the potential bomb threat early in the morning. In response, the Bomb Threat Assessment Committee (BTAC) at Delhi airport initiated a comprehensive evaluation of the threat’s credibility. Following initial assessments, the threat was officially categorized as ‘non-specific.’ A spokesperson for Air India confirmed the security alert and reassured the public that the flight’s journey was completed safely. The crew on board diligently executed all required security drills, placing paramount importance on passenger and crew safety. The flight has now landed and is undergoing thorough security checks as mandated by airport protocols. The airline reiterated that the safety of all passengers and crew was maintained throughout the entire flight duration.