The Civil Aviation Ministry is set to implement strict regulations aimed at reducing incidents of bomb threats against airlines, including placing violators on a no-fly list. The announcement follows a worrying increase in bomb threats received by various Indian airlines, with more than 20 incidents reported in just four days, affecting both domestic and international flights. Fortunately, most of these threats have proven to be hoaxes, but the disruption they cause is significant.

A senior ministry official said that in response to these alarming trends, there will be a comprehensive review and amendment of existing regulations, particularly those related to the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS). The ministry is seeking legal advice to ensure that proposed changes are effective and enforceable. One major proposal is to add individuals responsible for prank threats to a no-fly list maintained by airlines, which would effectively prevent them from boarding flights.

In its efforts to design a robust response, the ministry is also reviewing best practices implemented by other countries in handling false bomb threats. The aim is to establish a strong deterrent against those who compromise the safety and security of the aviation sector through such malicious acts.

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Currently, existing laws against unruly passenger behavior on flights do not cover bomb threats from external sources, such as social media. Currently, law enforcement handles these threats under criminal law, but the ministry aims to create a dedicated framework to specifically deal with bomb threats.

Discussions are ongoing with the Ministries of Home Affairs and Law, with input from various airlines, to ensure that the proposed regulations effectively address the issue while preserving the safety and integrity of air transport in India.

Civil Aviation Minister K Rammohan Naidu said law enforcement agencies are actively conducting investigations related to the bomb scares and the government is closely monitoring the situation. He condemned any attempt jeopardizing the safety, security and operational integrity of the aviation industry.

With these measures, the Ministry of Civil Aviation seeks to restore confidence in air transport and ensure that passengers can travel without fear of disruption caused by hoax threats. The planned regulations represent a proactive approach to protecting the aviation sector from emerging threats and ensuring that those responsible for such actions face significant repercussions.