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  • 5/12/2024
In a concerning turn of events, numerous hospitals and Delhi's airport received bomb threats via email, prompting swift responses from authorities. Despite thorough searches, no suspicious items were found. This incident follows a recent surge in similar threats in Delhi and Ahmedabad, including hoax emails to over 130 schools. In response, the Delhi Police, with Interpol's assistance, is investigating the origin of the emails. The Union Home Ministry has called for enhanced safety protocols and coordination between law enforcement and schools to prevent panic. Measures include increased security and CCTV surveillance. Authorities are committed to maintaining public safety amidst these alarming developments.



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00:00On Sunday, Delhi's airport and numerous hospitals across the national capital received
00:19bomb threats via email, triggering a rapid deployment of bomb disposal squads and fire
00:25tenders by authorities.
00:28The Burari Hospital was the first to report the bomb threat at 3.15 pm, according to fire
00:32officials.
00:33At Burari Hospital, a bomb threat email triggered a rapid response from local police, bomb squad
00:38and canine units.
00:39Teams swiftly commenced a thorough search of the premises, though no suspicious items
00:44have been discovered thus far, stated Deputy Commissioner of Police North M.K.
00:49Meena.
00:50The urgency continued as Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital received a similar call around 4.26
00:55pm.
00:56Several fire engines were immediately dispatched to both locations, with search operations
01:01still ongoing, confirmed a Delhi Fire Services official.
01:05Subsequent investigations revealed that 8 to 10 other hospitals, including Hindu Rao
01:10Hospital, also received identical threat emails, added authorities.
01:14Delhi Fire Services Chief reported that the bomb threat concerning Indira Gandhi International
01:19Airport surfaced around 6.15 pm, prompting heightened security measures.
01:26This incident adds to a recent wave of similar threats in Delhi and Ahmedabad.
01:31Just days ago, over 130 schools across Delhi NCR received identical emails, alleging the
01:36presence of explosives on their premises.
01:39The threats sparked widespread panic, leading to immediate evacuations and extensive searches
01:44of the educational institutions.
01:47In response, the Delhi Police, in collaboration with Interpol, reached out to Russian mailing
01:51service company Mail.ru to trace the exact source of the emails.
01:56An FIR was lodged against unknown individuals, stating that the bomb hoax emails aimed to
02:01sow mass panic and disrupt public order in the national capital.
02:05The recent spate of hoax bomb threats has prompted the Union Home Ministry to take proactive
02:10measures in ensuring public safety.
02:12In response to the alarming incidents, the Ministry has called for the deployment of
02:15detailed protocols and standard operating procedures to effectively handle such situations.
02:20Earlier this week, the Home Secretary convened a meeting with officials from Delhi Police
02:25and schools to emphasize the importance of close coordination.
02:29The goal is to prevent unnecessary panic caused by misinformation spread through hoax threats.
02:34By fostering collaboration between law enforcement and educational institutions, authorities
02:38aim to swiftly address any future incidents and maintain public order.
02:43Furthermore, the Ministry has underscored the necessity of bolstering security measures
02:47in schools.
02:48This includes the installation of CCTV cameras and implementing regular monitoring of emails
02:53to detect and respond to potential threats promptly.
02:57The meeting, attended by the Chief Secretary and Delhi Police Commissioner, highlighted
03:00the collective commitment to enhancing security protocols and ensuring the safety of students
03:04and staff.
03:05Through proactive measures and collaboration between stakeholders, authorities aim to mitigate
03:09the impact of such hoax threats and uphold public safety in the national capital.

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