IndiGo Passenger Attempted to Open Emergency Door on Flight to Varanasi, Cited ‘Ghostly Influence’
A routine domestic flight turned into a moment of sheer panic when a passenger allegedly attempted to open an emergency exit door mid-air—twice—on an IndiGo flight travelling from Bengaluru to Varanasi. The shocking incident, which could have led to a catastrophic disaster, was averted due to the swift and alert response of the cabin crew.
According to reports, the incident took place onboard IndiGo flight 6E-185 on March 29, 2026. The aircraft had taken off from Bengaluru at around 8:15 PM and was en route to Varanasi when the situation unfolded. What initially seemed like a minor disturbance quickly escalated into a serious in-flight safety scare.
First Attempt Just Minutes After Takeoff
Roughly 15 minutes into the flight, a male passenger identified as Mohammad Adnan, a resident of Uttar Pradesh’s Mau district, allegedly made his first attempt to tamper with the aircraft’s emergency exit door.
Cabin crew members quickly noticed his suspicious behaviour and intervened before he could do anything dangerous. They warned him and ensured that he returned to his seat, temporarily diffusing the situation.
At this point, most passengers were unaware of how serious the situation could have become. Thanks to the crew’s prompt action, normalcy appeared to return inside the aircraft.
Second Attempt Sparks Panic Before Landing
However, the situation took a dramatic turn shortly before landing at Varanasi’s Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport.
As the aircraft was preparing to descend, the same passenger once again attempted to open the emergency exit. This second attempt triggered panic among passengers, as the risk of a serious incident increased significantly.
The cabin crew immediately alerted the cockpit. In response, the pilot took the precautionary step of aborting the landing and briefly taking the aircraft back into the air—a maneuver known as a “go-around”—to ensure safety.
Passengers onboard reportedly experienced moments of fear and confusion, but the situation remained under control due to coordinated efforts by the flight crew.
Safe Landing and Immediate Action
After stabilizing the situation, the aircraft safely landed at around 10:35 PM. Security personnel from the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) were already on alert and promptly detained the passenger upon arrival.
He was subsequently handed over to local police authorities for further investigation.
Bizarre Claim: “I Was Possessed by a Ghost”
During questioning, the accused reportedly made a startling claim—he said he was “possessed by a ghost” and did not understand what he was doing at the time of the incident.
This unusual explanation left both authorities and investigators puzzled. Officials are now examining his mental state and background to determine the exact cause behind his actions.
Legal Action Taken
Police have registered a case against the passenger under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including charges related to endangering human life and safety.
Such actions are considered extremely serious in aviation law, as any attempt to interfere with aircraft operations or safety mechanisms can have life-threatening consequences.
Multiple agencies are currently investigating the incident to determine whether it was an act of negligence, mental instability, or something more deliberate.
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