Bomb Threat at Pune Airport: Hoax Unravels Tense Hours

A bomb threat at Pune airport led to a thorough search by security personnel, following an alarming email received by a private airline. No explosives were found, and the threat was deemed a hoax. Authorities are investigating the source of the email.

A bomb threat at Pune airport led to heightened security measures as the situation unfolded. An email sent to a private airline at 1.25 am on Sunday indicated a potential danger, prompting immediate action.

The threat warned of powerful explosives hidden in backpacks around the airport and on planes, demanding immediate evacuation to prevent casualties. A staff member from the airline noticed the email at 6.45 am, leading to a thorough security sweep conducted by CISF, BDDS, and local police forces.

Authorities found no suspicious items, and the threat was classified as a hoax. Despite the false alarm, the incident has spurred a cyber investigation to pinpoint the sender, aiming to prevent similar disruptions in the future.

(With inputs from agencies.)