Security Concerns Prompt Deboarding at Kempegowda International Airport

A passenger was deboarded from an Air India flight at Kempegowda International Airport due to security-related concerns amid heightened national security following India's Operation Sindoor. Airlines officials refrain from disclosing specific reasons for the action, emphasizing heightened security measures post recent military actions.

In a situation underscoring the increased vigilance at airports nationwide, a passenger was removed from an Air India flight at Kempegowda International Airport on Wednesday evening over security issues, sources disclosed.

The traveler was on flight AI-2820, heading from Bengaluru to New Delhi, when authorities made the decision to offload them before the 6.05 pm departure. Though the passenger's identity remains undisclosed, the incident reflects intensified security protocols in place.

An Air India representative confirmed their awareness of the incident without providing further details, noting, 'There must have been a significant reason for the passenger's removal, linked to security concerns which we cannot disclose.' This comes amid nationwide airport security tightening following India's airstrikes in Operation Sindoor.

(With inputs from agencies.)