New Delhi, October 14: A New York-bound Air India flight from Mumbai was on Monday diverted to the Delhi airport following a security concern arising out of a bomb threat in the aircraft, officials said here. Bomb Threat Reported on Chennai-Bound IndiGo Flight, Minister and High Court Judge Among 169 Passengers.

"The aircraft is currently stationed at the Indira Gandhi International Airport, and all standard safety protocols are being diligently followed to ensure the safety of the passengers and crew on board," a senior police officer said. Further details are awaited.

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