An IndiGo flight bound for Saudi Arabia was forced to make an emergency landing in Ahmedabad after a crew member discovered a threatening note. All 113 people on board were safely evacuated as security agencies conducted a thorough sweep.
- IndiGo flight 6E97 diverted to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ahmedabad Airport.
- A note with the word 'bomb' was discovered by a crew member on board.
- 107 passengers and 6 crew members were safely evacuated.
- No suspicious items were found after a joint search by CISF and local police.
In a high-tension incident on Thursday evening, September 10, 2026, IndiGo flight 6E97, traveling from Lucknow to Dammam, Saudi Arabia, was forced to make an emergency landing at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ahmedabad Airport. The diversion occurred at approximately 5:45 p.m. after a crew member discovered a piece of paper with the word "bomb" written on it, triggering immediate security protocols.
Airport police inspector A.D. Chavda confirmed that the flight was carrying 107 passengers and six crew members. Upon landing, the aircraft was immediately isolated, and all individuals on board were asked to disembark to facilitate a comprehensive security screening of the cabin and cargo hold.
The operation was carried out with precision by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) and local police. Following an exhaustive search of the aircraft, officials reported that no suspicious objects or explosive devices were found, suggesting that the threat was likely a hoax designed to cause chaos.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows a worrying trend of 'hoax threats' targeting Indian aviation. These incidents not only cause immense psychological distress to passengers but also lead to significant operational losses for airlines and airport authorities. The repetition of such events suggests a gap in onboard security monitoring or a rise in malicious pranksters targeting international routes.
"The surge in aviation hoaxes necessitates a shift from reactive security to predictive behavioral analysis to prevent unnecessary diversions."
This incident is not an isolated case. On August 31, an Air India Express flight from Dammam to New Delhi, carrying 32 passengers, also made an emergency landing at the same Ahmedabad airport under similar circumstances. In that instance, a message written on a tissue paper was found, which later turned out to be a hoax.
| Detail | IndiGo Incident (Sept 10) | Air India Express Incident (Aug 31) |
|---|---|---|
| Route | Lucknow to Dammam | Dammam to New Delhi |
| Threat Medium | Piece of Paper | Tissue Paper |
| Landing Site | Ahmedabad Airport | Ahmedabad Airport |
| Outcome | Hoax/No Threat | Hoax/No Threat |
Frequently Asked Questions
Were there any injuries during the emergency landing?
No, all 107 passengers and 6 crew members disembarked safely without any reported injuries.
What happens to the person responsible for a bomb hoax?
Creating a fake bomb threat is a serious criminal offense under Indian law, punishable by imprisonment and heavy fines.
