Mystery ‘Danger’ note triggers major security scare, delays IndiGo flight

An IndiGo flight bound for Ahmedabad was delayed by more than eight hours at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport on Wednesday after a suspicious note was discovered onboard , officials said.

The incident occurred shortly after the aircraft, operating as flight 6E 911 , had pushed back for departure from Mumbai. According to sources, a tissue paper bearing the word “Danger” was found in the front galley area of the aircraft, beneath a crew folder. In a separate account, police indicated the note may have been discovered inside a lavatory.

Following the alert, the pilot immediately informed Air Traffic Control, prompting airport authorities to activate emergency security protocols. The aircraft was moved to an isolation bay, where a comprehensive inspection was carried out.

Teams including the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) conducted a thorough search of all passengers, baggage, and the aircraft. Officials confirmed that no suspicious object or threat was found during the operation.

Police have registered a case against an unidentified person in connection with the incident. As of now, the individual responsible for writing and placing the note has not been identified or apprehended , and investigations are ongoing.

The flight, originally scheduled to depart at 1:30 am and arrive in Ahmedabad at 2:50 am, eventually took off at 9:48 am after security clearance and landed safely later in the morning.

The airline has not issued an official statement regarding the incident.