IndiGo Flight Diverted to Mumbai After Security Threat Referencing Historical Airport Attack

Nov 01, 2025 08:43 pm CST

An IndiGo flight traveling from Jeddah to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai following a hoax bomb threat referencing the 1984 Madras airport attack. After thorough security checks, the flight eventually reached Hyderabad approximately seven hours behind schedule, with the airline implementing comprehensive protocols to ensure passenger safety while providing refreshments and regular updates throughout the delay.