Bomb Threat Emails Cause Panic in Nagpur, Chandrapur, Amravati Courts
Terror emails threatening district courts and public venues prompt evacuations and heightened security measures.
Emails threatened to bomb courts at 3:11 PM and Mahametro stations later.
Emergency evacuations occurred, but no explosives were found.
Investigation involves multiple agencies, focusing on the credibility of threats.
On Monday, a series of alarming emails claiming to represent various terrorist organizations threatened to detonate explosives at district courts in Nagpur, Chandrapur, and Amravati at precisely 3:11 PM. This prompted a swift security response, leading to the evacuation of legal personnel and court staff, alongside extensive operations by bomb detection units and canine squads.
The threats also included potential attacks on Mahametro stations at 9:11 PM and notable public figures and events, such as Amitabh Bachchan's residence and a concert featuring Diljit Dosanjh. The Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), along with state intelligence and cyber security agencies, has launched an investigation into the matter, which has raised significant concerns given the previous hoaxes regarding bomb threats in the region.
Despite thorough searches, no explosives were discovered at the targeted locations, including the Chandrapur district court, which has since been declared safe. Security measures have been intensified across all district courts, Metro stations, and other sensitive sites, with increased police patrols and enhanced CCTV surveillance. Investigators are currently analyzing footage from key areas to identify any suspicious activities related to the threats.
The emails, which included a mix of Punjabi, Hindi, and English, have raised questions about the sender's intent and the possibility of a coordinated threat across multiple cities. Officials have reported that the evacuation at the Amravati district court, located near significant government buildings, caused widespread panic, transforming the area into a heavily policed zone. Quick response teams were deployed to ensure safety, although no suspicious items were found.
Authorities are prioritizing the assessment of the threat's credibility while ensuring the security of sensitive establishments remains intact. Investigators are also looking into previous similar threats received by the Nagpur district and high courts to determine any patterns or connections that could aid in identifying the sender.