Srinagar: A Vistara flight from New Delhi received a bomb threat call, prompting immediate action by airport authorities at Srinagar International Airport.
The incident unfolded when Air Traffic Control (ATC) Srinagar received a ‘threatening call,’ with bomb disposal squads and sniffer dogs inspecting the aircraft. However, no explosives were found on board.
A top official said that following the call, the CISF quickly evacuated the aircraft and conducted a thorough search of the plane and its surroundings.
Passengers and crew members were escorted to a secure area while the investigation was underway. After an exhaustive search, no explosives were found, he said.
An airport official confirmed that the threat was deemed non-credible, and normal operations resumed shortly thereafter.
Authorities are now investigating the origin of the threat call, he added.
(KDC Inputs)
