Bomb Threats Sent to 50 Schools Across Delhi, Sparking Panic
Around 50 schools across Delhi received bomb threats via email, triggering widespread panic and forcing evacuations. Police and bomb disposal squads were dispatched to conduct thorough searches of the premises. This is the second such mass threat incident in three days, disrupting school operations and raising serious concerns among parents and authorities about student safety in the national capital. The threats are being investigated as hoaxes, part of a disruptive pattern seen in recent months.
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Prominent schools targeted included St. Thomas School (Dwarka), Vasant Valley School, Mother's International School, Richmond Global School, and Sardar Patel Vidyalaya, among others. Some colleges, like St. Stephen's College, were also threatened. Multiple institutions received repeated threats over several days.
A 12-year-old was apprehended in connection with sending fake bomb threat emails after recent incidents. In previous cases, a Class-12 student was similarly identified. Investigations are ongoing to determine if there are broader networks involved.
Authorities responded by evacuating schools, deploying bomb squads, and conducting thorough searches. All premises were declared safe, and police increased security protocols. Schools temporarily suspended classes and reviewed emergency procedures to reassure parents and staff.
The frequency has risen since 2024, with over 200 threats reported in May 2024 alone. Such hoaxes are often linked to pranks, disruptions, or attempts to create panic. Investigations suggest that some individuals act independently, though motives and potential networks are still being probed.