Bomb Threat on Kathmandu-Delhi Flight, Search Underway

By A Staff Reporter

Kathmandu, Nepal – A bomb threat was reported on an Indian Airlines flight scheduled to depart from Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport to New Delhi. Dambar Bahadur BK, Chief of Police at the airport, confirmed that a search operation is in progress, with teams from Nepal Police and the Nepalese Army on-site to ensure the safety of all passengers and crew members.

"We have received a bomb threat on an Indian Airlines flight that was bound for New Delhi from Kathmandu. Search operation is underway with the help of Nepal Police and Army," Chief Dambar Bahadur BK announced, underscoring the priority of safety and the rapid response by the airport's security personnel.

The threat has resulted in heightened security measures and a thorough examination of the aircraft. All passengers and crew members were safely evacuated, and additional inspections were initiated across airport facilities. Flights scheduled around the same time are being monitored closely, with some delays reported as a precaution.

Nepalese authorities are coordinating with Indian aviation officials and the airline for further assessment and risk mitigation, and steps are being taken to minimize inconvenience to other travelers. Officials have reassured the public of stringent protocols in place to handle such threats effectively, highlighting Nepal’s preparedness and rapid mobilization of resources to ensure airport security.

This incident has raised the importance of international cooperation in aviation security, particularly between neighboring countries like Nepal and India, as authorities continue investigations to determine the origin and credibility of the threat.