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Panic briefly spread on social media after several posts claimed that explosions were heard at Jaipur Airport. However, the government has stepped in to clarify that these reports are completely false. The Press Information Bureau (PIB) has confirmed that no such incident occurred, and the airport remains fully safe and operational.
“These Claims Are Fake,” Says PIB
The government’s official fact-checking team, PIB Fact Check, issued a clear statement on X (formerly Twitter), denying the viral rumors.
🚨 Jaipur Airport is Safe 🚨
Claims are circulating that explosions were heard at #Jaipur Airport.#PIBFactCheck
Advertisement · Scroll to continue💠 These claims are FAKE
💠 Here is the clarification from the District Collector & Magistrate, Jaipur
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— PIB Fact Check (@PIBFactCheck) May 9, 2025
“Claims are circulating that explosions were heard at #Jaipur Airport. #PIBFactCheck: These claims are FAKE,” the post read.
The warning urged people not to fall for misleading information being shared online and instead to rely only on official sources for updates.
District Magistrate Also Issues Clarification
In addition to the PIB statement, the District Collector and Magistrate of Jaipur also released a clarification, confirming that Jaipur Airport is completely secure and that no unusual activity has taken place.
Officials assured residents and travelers that the situation is normal and there is no reason for concern. Flights are operating as scheduled, and airport security is fully intact.
Why False Alarms Can Be Dangerous
Spreading false news—especially about public places like airports—can cause unnecessary panic, disrupt travel, and put pressure on emergency services. In today’s age of instant sharing on social media, it’s important to take a moment and verify the facts before forwarding any alarming claims.
Authorities are urging citizens to avoid sharing unverified posts and to follow updates only from government or official airport channels.
