Indigo flight from Medina to Hyderabad diverted to Ahmedabad after bomb threat

IndiGo Bomb Threat: An IndiGo airline flight from Medina to Hyderabad received a bomb threat on Thursday, December 4, following which the flight was diverted to Ahmedabad. Addressing the emergency, the airline said, safety protocols are being followed.

"It’s the Madinah to Hyderabad route. It got diverted to Ahmadabad, and standard protocol will be followed," IndiGo said.

DGCA Summons IndiGo Officials

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The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has called IndiGo officials for a meeting at 2 PM.

Previous Bomb Threats Targeting IndiGo

Earlier this month, another IndiGo flight received a bomb threat. A flight from Kuwait to Hyderabad was diverted to Mumbai on Tuesday after an email warned of a bomb on board. The message allegedly sent to Hyderabad airport authorities claimed that an explosive device had been planted on the plane. As per security procedures, the airport launched an emergency response, deploying security units, bomb disposal teams and fire personnel before the plane arrived for a precautionary landing.

Addressing the emergency, an IndiGo spokesperson said, “A security threat was received for IndiGo flight 6E1234 operating from Kuwait to Hyderabad on December 2, 2025, due to which the aircraft was diverted to Mumbai. Following the established protocol, we informed the relevant authorities immediately and fully cooperated with them in carrying out the necessary security checks before the aircraft was cleared for operations."

Major Operational Disruptions Across IndiGo Network

On a separate note, IndiGo too faced a major disruption, with over 200 flights cancelled at eight airports across the country today, causing widespread inconvenience to passengers and a steep hike in fares on key routes. Cancellations and delays have severely impacted IndiGo's operations at several airports, reflecting the severe crew shortage problem.

Airfares Spike on Major Routes

Airfares on the busy Delhi-Mumbai route have reportedly increased, in some cases by up to five times the normal fare, causing further hardship for people trying to travel.

Passengers Face Long Delays and Uncertainty

Passengers have faced long waits and uncertainty as affected flights were either cancelled altogether or rescheduled with delays, further adding to the stress of travel.