On August 14, just a day before India celebrated its Independence Day on August 15, high security alerts were triggered across New Delhi following a series of bomb threat emails targeting six major public and judicial locations, including the Delhi High Court, IGI Airport Terminal 3, and the historic Red Fort.
Security Agencies Escalate Vigilance Across Capital
Security forces, bomb disposal squads, and fire department units immediately rushed to the designated locations after the threat messages were received. Despite meticulous searches across the premises, authorities confirmed that initial investigations revealed no suspicious objects or explosives, pointing toward a hoax intended to induce public panic ahead of national celebrations.
Chilling Details of the Threat Emails
The threat emails contained specific timing assertions, warning of an explosion at the Delhi High Court at 2:11 PM and another blast at a district court at 3:11 PM. The sender invoked the name of Babbar Khalsa (Parmar-Canada) and included slogans stating "Delhi Banayega Khalistan". Furthermore, the email issued threats targeting Delhi Metro routes, trains bound for Ambala, judicial courts, and Home Minister Amit Shah, alongside referencing places like Jandiala Guru in Punjab.
Investigation and Cyber Tracking Underway
Specialized units and cyber crime officers have launched an active investigation to trace the originating IP address and identify the perpetrators behind the malicious dispatch. Security arrangements around key state infrastructure, transit hubs, and government buildings in the national capital have been significantly intensified to ensure airtight safety throughout the Independence Day events.
