An IndiGo flight, 6E-6650, operating from Delhi to Bagdogra, was forced to make an emergency landing at Lucknow's Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport on Sunday, January 18, 2026, following a bomb threat. The incident unfolded after a handwritten message indicating a bomb on board was discovered on a tissue paper inside the aircraft's toilet. Air Traffic Control (ATC) was alerted about the threat around 8:46 am, and the flight, carrying 230 passengers (222 adults and 8 infants), two pilots, and five crew members, landed safely in Lucknow at approximately 9:17 am. Upon landing, the aircraft was immediately directed to an isolation bay, and all passengers and crew were swiftly and safely evacuated. Security personnel, including bomb disposal squads and CISF teams, swiftly initiated a comprehensive search operation of the aircraft and the surrounding area to ensure no suspicious items were present. Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Rajneesh Verma confirmed the details of the threat, highlighting the discovery of the note. IndiGo released a statement confirming the diversion due to a security threat and assured full cooperation with authorities while prioritising the safety and security of its customers, crew, and aircraft. The situation remains under surveillance as investigations continue to ascertain the origin and authenticity of the threat. This incident highlights the stringent security protocols in Indian aviation for responding to such alerts.