Bomb Threat Hoax on Delhi-Kathmandu Flight

The Nepal Army conducted a thorough security check on a Delhi-Kathmandu Vistara flight after a bomb threat, which turned out to be a hoax. Upon landing at Tribhuvan International Airport, all 157 passengers were evacuated safely, and no explosives were found.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Kathmandu | Updated: 22-10-2024 22:43 IST | Created: 22-10-2024 22:43 IST
Bomb Threat Hoax on Delhi-Kathmandu Flight
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The Nepal Army swiftly responded to a bomb threat on a Vistara flight traveling from Delhi to Kathmandu, which later proved to be a hoax. Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, the aircraft was promptly evacuated.

A total of 157 passengers were safely guided off the plane by security personnel. A detailed investigation followed, with searches of both the aircraft and passenger luggage conducted by a specialized military team.

The flight, arriving at Kathmandu at 4:30 pm, was meticulously examined, but authorities found no explosive materials on board, confirmed Brigadier General Gaurav Kumar KC of the Nepal Army.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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