The wave of bomb threats to Indian flights continued for a third day running, with a new trend emerging in how these threats are communicated. A total of 18 bomb threats targeted various airlines, forcing several flights to divert, delay, or make emergency landings. Unlike previous incidents, where hoax phone calls were made, the recent threats were issued via social media, often from unverified accounts—a shift in tactics by those behind these disruptions. Mumbai police detained one minor for making three bomb threats on October 14.

The threats caused panic at multiple airports and prompted an immediate response from security agencies. A source from the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) told mid-day, “This seems to be a new trend. It has never happened before where such threats were posted on social media.” The source added, “This creates panic among the general public, as anything posted on social media is accessible to everyone, unlike emails or phone calls. Earlier, only airlines, airports, and security agencies were aware of such threats, making it easier to control panic.”