Unattended Metal Box Sparks Security Alert at Chennai Airport

An unattended metal box at Chennai International Airport caused a security stir, prompting immediate action by the Central Industrial Security Force. The bomb squad, with sniffer dogs, swiftly inspected the box. For safety, the item was moved to a secure location for further assessment.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Chennai | Updated: 01-09-2025 11:42 IST | Created: 01-09-2025 11:42 IST
Unattended Metal Box Sparks Security Alert at Chennai Airport
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An unattended metal box caused a significant security alert at Chennai International Airport on Monday, disrupting operations and raising concerns.

The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), accompanied by a bomb detection squad and sniffer dogs, rapidly assessed the metal box left near the Customs office.

Officials subsequently moved the item to a secure location for further electronic testing to determine any potential threat.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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