'Many People Will Be Injured..' Over 40 Schools in Delhi Receive Bomb Threat, Demands $30000

Delhi schools faced a massive security scare today as over 40 institutions received an alarming email claiming bombs were planted on their premises. The chilling message warned, “I planted multiple bombs inside school buildings. The bombs are small and hidden very well. It will not cause much damage to the building, but many people will be injured when the bombs detonate. If I do not receive $30,000, I will detonate the bombs.”

Immediate Action Taken by Authorities

Upon receiving the threats, schools promptly alerted the authorities. The Delhi Police, along with bomb disposal squads, sniffer dog teams, and Delhi Fire Services, launched an extensive search operation to ensure the safety of students and staff. After thorough inspections of the school buildings, no suspicious objects were found.

Delhi School News: Students Sent Home for Safety

As a precautionary measure, schools asked parents to pick up their children, leading to classes being suspended for the day. Many parents expressed concern over the security lapses, while schools assured that all necessary precautions were being taken to address the issue.

Delhi High Court’s SOP on Bomb Threats

This incident has reignited discussions about preparedness for such threats. The Delhi High Court had previously directed authorities to draft a detailed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for handling bomb threats. The current crisis underscores the urgency of implementing robust measures to protect schools from potential dangers.

Delhi Police Responds to Bomb Threats

Talking to news agency ANI, DCP South West Surendra Chaudhary said, "Four schools in South West district received the mail (regarding the bomb threat) and more than 40 schools across Delhi received the mail at 11.38 pm last night. We immediately contacted the school principals and followed the SOP. We did not find anything suspicious... The investigation is underway..." The prompt response by the Delhi Police and adherence to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) ensured that no danger was found in the schools after detailed inspections.