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IndiGo flight to Lucknow returns to Bengaluru after hijack threat note found
✍️ The Hindu
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 09:48 PM
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An IndiGo flight bound for Lucknow made an emergency return to Bengaluru after cabin crew discovered a note threatening a hijacking.
Flight 6E-451, operated by IndiGo and scheduled to depart for Lucknow, was forced to make an emergency return to Bengaluru International Airport (KIA). The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft had taken off from Terminal 1 of the airport.
The decision to turn back was made after cabin crew members discovered a suspicious note onboard. The message reportedly contained a direct threat, stating that the flight would be hijacked at 6:30 and warning passengers to ignore the situation or face consequences.
Upon discovering the threat, the airline and airport authorities initiated standard security protocols. The flight was diverted back to Bengaluru to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew members on board.
This incident highlights the strict security measures in place at Indian airports to handle such threats effectively. No further details regarding the source of the note or specific passenger actions were immediately available.
The decision to turn back was made after cabin crew members discovered a suspicious note onboard. The message reportedly contained a direct threat, stating that the flight would be hijacked at 6:30 and warning passengers to ignore the situation or face consequences.
Upon discovering the threat, the airline and airport authorities initiated standard security protocols. The flight was diverted back to Bengaluru to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew members on board.
This incident highlights the strict security measures in place at Indian airports to handle such threats effectively. No further details regarding the source of the note or specific passenger actions were immediately available.