An Air India flight en route from Mumbai to New York was diverted to Delhi early this morning following a security concern. The aircraft, carrying 239 passengers and crew members, made an emergency landing at Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGI), where all on board were safely evacuated.
The flight, designated AI119, was operating between Mumbai and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) when it received a security alert. Following the alert, the government’s security regulatory committee instructed the aircraft to divert to Delhi, according to an official statement from Air India.
“All passengers have disembarked and are currently at the Delhi airport terminal,” confirmed an Air India spokesperson. “Standard safety protocols are being followed to ensure the well-being of everyone involved.”
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Upon landing, the aircraft was directed to an isolated runway at IGI Airport. Security agencies, including a bomb squad team, immediately initiated a thorough investigation to assess the situation. A senior police official reassured that all necessary procedures were being meticulously followed to ensure the safety of the passengers, crew, and airport personnel.
At the time of reporting, no further details have emerged regarding the nature of the security threat, but officials are maintaining a cautious approach as checks continue.
More updates are expected as the investigation unfolds.
Source: Agencies