Thiruvananthapuram International Airport received a bomb threat via email on Sunday, just a day after similar threats targeted several hotels in the state capital. Following the alarming message, bomb disposal teams and dog squads conducted thorough checks at the airport’s terminals. Fortunately, no explosives were found, and authorities later confirmed the threat to be a hoax.
An officer from the Cantonment police station reported that, despite the seriousness of the email, detailed inspections of various hotels, including the Hilton Hotel, revealed no suspicious materials. “We are actively investigating the source of the emails,” the officer stated.
This latest threat comes on the heels of a series of similar incidents in recent months, where email threats targeted key locations across Kerala, including district collectorates, Revenue Divisional Offices, and the Kerala High Court. In every case, exhaustive searches were conducted, and no real danger was identified, with authorities classifying the threats as hoaxes.
In light of these recurring threats, authorities have urged the public to stay calm while investigations continue. Enhanced security measures have been put in place throughout the city to ensure safety and prevent further disruptions.