Air India, IndiGo: How bomb hoaxes are giving a bad name to India airlines

Published On Oct 20, 2024, 7:54 PM

India's airline industry is facing severe disruptions due to a recent surge in hoax bomb threats, with over 30 incidents reported in one week alone. This has resulted in significant delays, diversions, and cancellations, affecting thousands of passengers and leading to complaints about inadequate communication from airlines. Experts have raised concerns that these threats are causing operational costs to soar amidst a rapidly growing aviation market. Notably, the recent incidents have compelled regulatory scrutiny and discussions about harsher punishments for offenders, reflecting the potential economic impact on the booming airline sector.