Amritsar Airport Alert: Suspected Drones Disrupt Flight Operations
What Happened
Security agencies were put on high alert after two to four suspected drones or drone-like objects were spotted near the runway at International Airport in Amritsar. Air Traffic Control issued an alert, and as a precaution, seven incoming flights were diverted to Delhi and Chandigarh. The objects were reportedly seen approaching from the direction of Rajala village and hovering over sensitive airport areas
Key Takeaways
The incident triggered a major security response at one of Punjab's busiest airports, with authorities launching checks and monitoring operations. The drone sightings have raised concerns due to the airport's proximity to the India-Pakistan border.