Hoax Bomb Threat Sparks Security Alert at Kempegowda Airport

The Kempegowda International Airport was put on high alert following a hoax bomb threat, security officials confirmed on Thursday. The threat, received via email, prompted an immediate response involving extensive security checks throughout the premises.

The email, attributed to a self-proclaimed terrorist, warned of two potential bombs, one under 'Plan A' and a second under 'Plan B,' supposedly planted inside a pipeline in the airport's restroom area.

Security agencies conducted a thorough examination of the site. After comprehensive sweeps, they reported no findings of any explosive devices, categorizing the threat as a hoax. Authorities have registered a case against the emails used for the threat, launching a formal investigation to trace the origin of the threat.

(With inputs from agencies.)