India Faces Record 999 Hoax Bomb Threats on Airlines in 2024

The surge, nearly ten times higher than 2023, has disrupted flights and strained aviation security without any real threats detected.

India's airlines and airports reported 999 hoax bomb threats this year as of mid-November, a sharp increase from 2023's numbers.
Over 500 of these false alarms occurred in the last two weeks of October, causing significant disruption to flight operations.
Authorities have registered 256 police complaints and arrested 12 individuals in connection with these threats, which were often made via social media.
Hoax threats led to flight diversions, delays, and rising operational costs for airlines, with some incidents involving international flights and foreign agencies.
India's civil aviation ministry continues to enhance security measures, including thorough screenings and emergency protocols, to mitigate the impact of these incidents.