Centre to Amend Rules, Add Hoax Bomb Threats Culprits to No-Fly List
The government plans strict action against hoax bomb threats, including no-fly lists and legislative changes
Indian government plans no-fly list for culprits behind recent hoax bomb threats to flights
The Indian government is taking strict measures against a recent surge in hoax bomb threats targeting flights. Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Ram Mohan Naidu announced that the central government is planning to amend aviation security rules, aiming to include perpetrators on a no-fly list. The Civil Aviation Ministry, alongside police authorities, is actively investigating these incidents.
Minister Naidu emphasized the seriousness of these threats, highlighting that several cases have been reported over the past week. “The ministry is thoroughly pursuing these issues. We have registered cases, and the police are working to identify those responsible,” he told ANI. He noted that the ministry is exploring legislative changes and rule modifications to address the issue.
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The motive behind the hoax bomb threats remains unclear, according to Naidu. “It’s difficult to pinpoint the reason at this stage. The police must conduct a detailed investigation to catch those behind these incidents. Once we identify them, we can better understand their motives,” he stated. He mentioned that social media platforms like Twitter (X) are being used to spread these hoaxes, creating widespread panic.
To prevent future incidents, the Civil Aviation Ministry is collaborating with intelligence agencies and the Ministry of Home Affairs. Naidu explained that they are using intelligence and other resources to track down the individuals behind the threats. He added “We are working closely with all relevant authorities to ensure that such incidents do not occur again”.
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Regarding the UDAN (Ude Desh ka Aam Nagrik) scheme, Minister Naidu outlined the government’s long-term vision for expanding aviation connectivity in India. He revealed plans to extend the scheme for another decade, with goals to develop 50 more airports and increase existing airport capacities in the next five years. By 2047, the government aims to have over 350 airports, up from the current 157.
Naidu praised the UDAN scheme as a transformative initiative driven by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to democratize air travel. He noted that the scheme has significantly improved connectivity in remote and underserved regions, particularly in northeastern and hinterland areas, linking them to major cities and even international destinations.
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