Second bomb scare in 24 hours: IndiGo Kolkata–Shillong flight gets threat note written with lipstick
Times of India
by TOI NEWS DESKFebruary 14, 2026
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A second bomb scare occurred within 24 hours on an IndiGo flight from Dibrugarh to Kolkata, following a similar incident on a Kolkata-to-Shillong flight. The latest threat was found written in lipstick inside the aircraft's toilet, prompting the plane to land safely at Kolkata airport and be moved to an isolation bay for inspection. All passengers were deboarded and authorities conducted thorough security checks.
The first incident happened earlier on February 14 when a piece of paper stating "there is a bomb onboard" was discovered in the toilet of IndiGo flight 6E7304 during boarding at Kolkata airport. The aircraft was immediately evacuated, and passengers were safely deboarded before being redirected to alternative flights.
Both incidents underscored the stringent security protocols followed by airlines and airports. IndiGo spokespersons confirmed that the airline informed authorities promptly and cooperated fully with security checks. While no bombs were found in either case, these events highlight the importance of vigilance in ensuring aviation safety.
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Originally published on Times of India on 2/14/2026