False Alarm: Bomb Hoax Disrupts Belagavi Airport

A bomb threat email sent to Belagavi airport turned out to be a hoax, prompting a thorough investigation by police. Despite initial alarm, authorities confirmed no threat was found. The sender of the email remains under investigation. Additional security measures were taken as a precaution.

A bomb threat email sent to Belagavi airport at Sambra was deemed a hoax by police, leading to widespread relief among travelers and staff. According to airport Director S Thiagarajan, the email claimed an imminent bomb threat, causing immediate concern.

Belagavi Deputy Commissioner of Police, Rohan Jagadeesh, confirmed a case has been registered at Marial Police Station. Comprehensive inspections of the airport, both inside and out, revealed no evidence of explosives, cementing the email's status as a hoax.

In response to the threat, additional police personnel, along with dog and bomb squads, conducted thorough checks. Investigations are ongoing to identify the sender, ensuring future security at the airport.

(With inputs from agencies.)