The National Capital Delhi experienced a resurgence of bomb threat calls, this time targeting at least four hospitals. This unsettling development occurred just days after a similar scare in Delhi-NCR, where 150 schools received bomb threat emails from a Russia-based mailing service on May 1, prompting extensive evacuations and search operations.
On Sunday, a total of 20 hospitals in Delhi, including prominent facilities like the IGI Airport and the Northern Railways’ CPRO office, received threatening emails reminiscent of the previous incident. Authorities swiftly responded, categorizing both events as hoaxes.
The list of hospitals targeted by the bomb threats includes GTB Hospital, Dada Dev Hospital, Hedgewar Hospital, and Deep Chandra Bandhu Hospital. Despite the alarming nature of the emails, authorities reiterated that the threats were unsubstantiated.
The following day, over 50 schools in the area received similar bomb threats via email, sparking panic among students and parents alike. These emails coincided with the 16th anniversary of the serial bomb blast incident in the Rajasthan capital of Jaipur. In 2008, the city was rocked by a series of explosions, resulting in 71 fatalities and 180 injuries.
Law enforcement officials disclosed that 56 schools in Jaipur received emails claiming explosives were planted on their premises. Upon receiving the reports, specialized squads were dispatched to conduct thorough searches for any suspicious objects or devices.
Fortunately, no suspicious items were discovered in the areas where inspections have been concluded, according to the police. Officers confirmed that affected locations were thoroughly examined, and once deemed safe, they were cleared for normal activities.
The initial report of the threats originated from a private school in Tilak Nagar, followed by additional reports from schools situated in various localities such as Manak Chowk, Vaishali Nagar, Vidhyadhar Nagar, Niwaru Road, Tonk Road, and Sanganer. Prompt action was taken to evacuate students and staff from these institutions as a precautionary measure.