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Breaking News: Bomb Threat's IndiGo Flight from Chennai to Mumbai Lands Safely

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In a tense incident, an IndiGo flight from Chennai to Mumbai received a bomb threat on Tuesday, but the aircraft landed safely at the Mumbai airport, according to airport sources and the airline's statement. The flight, 6E 5149, was operating from Chennai to Mumbai when the threat was communicated to the airline's call centre in New Delhi.


### Flight Lands Safely, Passengers Disembarked


The flight landed safely at 10:30 PM, and the crew followed protocol by directing the aircraft to an isolation bay. All passengers were safely disembarked from the aircraft, and security checks were conducted. The airline stated that they are working with security agencies to complete all security checks before positioning the aircraft back in the terminal area.


### Hoax Threats at Multiple Airports

#### Multiple Airports Receive Similar Threats


Earlier in the day, several airports across India, including those in Varanasi, Chennai, Patna, and Jaipur, received bomb threat emails. These emails were deemed hoaxes and were investigated by authorities. The emails were received from a single email address, exhumedyou888@gmail.com, and were sent to multiple airports and establishments in Mumbai.


### Enhanced Security Measures

#### Contingency Measures Implemented


As a precautionary measure, security agencies conducted extensive anti-sabotage checks at the airports, and contingency measures were implemented. The heightened security measures ensured that the airports were thoroughly swept and cleared of any potential threats.


### Related Developments

#### Multiple Establishments in Mumbai Receive Threats


In a related incident, more than 60 establishments in Mumbai, including the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC), prominent hospitals, and colleges, received emails threatening bomb blasts. Searches were conducted at these locations, but no suspicious items were found.


### Conclusion

#### Passengers Safe, Security Checks Underway


The IndiGo flight from Chennai to Mumbai received a bomb threat, but the aircraft landed safely at the Mumbai airport. Passengers were safely disembarked, and security checks are ongoing. The incident highlights the importance of enhanced security measures at airports and the swift response of authorities to potential threats.


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