Ludhiana (GurpreetS Singh): Security concerns intensified in Punjab after the district court in Ludhiana received a bomb threat via email on Wednesday, prompting authorities to evacuate the premises and launch an investigation.
The threatening message reportedly warned of an explosion at the court at 2:11 pm. It also referred to several schools, raising concerns about the safety of students and staff. According to the email, schools were allegedly threatened with an explosion at 1:11 pm, with a warning directed towards parents regarding their children’s safety.
Following the receipt of the message, police teams were alerted and security measures were immediately initiated. The court premises were evacuated as a precautionary step, while officials began examining the threat and its origin.
The email also reportedly mentioned Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi. Towards the end, it carried the names of organisations identified as the Khalistan National Army and Babbar Khalsa, along with references to several individuals.
The incident comes amid a series of threatening emails reportedly received by government establishments and educational institutions across Punjab in recent times.
Police and other investigating agencies are examining the contents of the email and working to determine its authenticity and the identity of the sender. Security arrangements have also come under scrutiny in view of the repeated threats targeting public institutions.
Authorities are yet to establish whether the latest warning represents a genuine security threat or an attempt to create panic. Further details are awaited as the investigation progresses.
