Airports across India on high alert as security bureau warns of possible terror attack

The advisory has been issued to all stakeholders, including state police, airports and airlines

The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) has placed all Indian airports on high alert following intelligence inputs warning of potential threats from terrorists or “anti-social elements” between September 22 and October 2, 2025.

The advisory was issued on August 4, directing enhanced security measures across all aviation installations, including airports, airstrips, helipads, flying schools and training institutes.

"In view of the recent inputs received from the central security agency indicating a potential threat from anti-social elements or terrorist groups airports during September 22-October 02, 2025, all stakeholders at all airports are directed to enhance security measures at all the civil aviation installations like airports, airstrips, airfields, air force stations, helipads," BCAS said in its advisory.

The BCAS advisory is based on a specific input related to the activities of a Pakistani terror group, PTI reported citing sources.

The BCAS has also advised close liaison to be maintained with local police, Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Intelligence Bureau (IB) and other relevant agencies.

Any intelligence or alerts received must be relayed to stakeholders promptly, the advisory mentioned.

Among other measures, the security agency has said there should be strict ID checks for all staff, contractors and visitors, as well as ensure that all CCTV systems are operational and monitored continuously.

The advisory has been issued to all stakeholders, including state police, airports and airlines.

(With inputs from PTI)