20 bomb threats in a day; security regulator meets CEOs of airlines

Sub : POLITY

SEC: National Body

Context:

In the wake of 20 bomb threats to various airlines in a day and six consecutive days of bomb threats, the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) convened a meeting with the CEOs of major airlines to address the escalating situation.
The primary aim of the meeting was to strike a balance between ensuring aviation security and minimizing passenger inconvenience.

About Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS):

The Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) is the regulatory authority responsible for ensuring the security of civil aviation in India.
Initially set up as a Cell in the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) in 1978 on the recommendation of the Pande Committee, BCAS was reorganized into an independent department under the Ministry of Civil Aviation in 1987.
BCAS Headquarters is located in New Delhi. It has four Regional Offices located at international airports in Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai.

Functions:

Laying down Aviation Security Standards in accordance with Annex 17 to Chicago Convention.
Monitoring the implementation of security rules and regulations.
Ensure that personnel implementing security controls are properly trained and possess the necessary competencies to fulfil their responsibilities.
Planning and coordination of Aviation security matters.
Surprise/Dummy checks to test professional efficiency and alertness of security staff.