Security Threat Delays Air India Flight at Kolkata Airport
An Air India flight scheduled to depart from Kolkata International Airport was delayed following a security threat, leading to the evacuation of all passengers.
Kolkata International Airport was placed on high alert after the crew of an Air India flight bound for Mumbai received a security threat shortly before takeoff.
Authorities discovered a note written on a mirror inside the aircraft's lavatory, which contained a threat to hijack the plane. The pilot immediately alerted the air traffic control tower.
All passengers were evacuated from the aircraft to ensure their safety, and the plane was moved to an isolation bay to undergo thorough security inspections.
Relevant security agencies have launched an investigation into the incident, although official sources have not yet confirmed the exact nature of the threat.
Intensive security screening of the aircraft and passengers remains ongoing to ensure safety before the flight can proceed.