The arrest comes amid heightened concerns over a recent spike in threats targeting Indian airlines, disrupting both domestic and international operations. (Representative photo) NEW DELHI: Mumbai Police have arrested a minor responsible for issuing bomb threats to three flights, confirmed civil aviation minister K Rammohan Naidu on Wednesday asserting that others responsible will also be persecuted. The arrest comes amid heightened concerns over a recent spike in threats targeting Indian airlines, disrupting both domestic and international operations.
Minister Naidu expressed his deep concern over the issue. “These unlawful acts are a grave threat to the safety and security of our aviation sector. I strongly condemn any attempts to compromise the operational integrity of our airlines,” he said, adding a high-level committee meeting held on October 14.
This meeting included officials from key agencies like the Directorate General of Civil Aviation ( DGCA ), the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS), and the Ministry of Home Affairs, among others. Increased vigilance Naidu also said that the government is actively monitoring the situation, with law enforcement agencies pursuing all cases diligently. "All responsible for these disruptions will be identified and prosecuted," Naidu assured, emphasizing that safeguarding the aviation sector is the top priority.
BCAS has proposed adding individuals who issue hoax threats to the no-fly list , a move expected to deter future in.