Pigeon With ‘Threat Note’ To Blow Up Jammu Railway Station Caught At Border

Security forces in Jammu have intercepted a pigeon carrying a threat message to blow up the city's railway station, triggering heightened security measures across the region. The unusual incident occurred along the International Border (IB) in RS Pura's Katmaria area around 9:00 pm on August 18, officials confirmed.

The bird was found with a chit tied to its claws, written in both Urdu and English, warning of an IED blast at Jammu railway station. The note carried provocative slogans including "Kashmir Freedom" and "Time has come."

First-of-its-kind cross-border scare

Authorities said Pakistan has previously used unconventional methods-such as balloons, flags, and pigeons-to send messages across the border. However, this marks the first known instance of a pigeon carrying a direct terror threat in the Jammu region.

"This pigeon, suspected to have crossed over from across the border, carried a serious message threatening a critical installation. The matter is being treated with utmost seriousness," a senior police officer said.

Railway station under heavy guard

Following the recovery of the note, security has been tightened across Jammu, with special focus on the railway station and adjoining tracks. Additional police units, sniffer dogs, and bomb disposal squads have been deployed to ensure no immediate danger.

Investigating conspiracy angle

Agencies are probing whether the incident was an attempt at mischief designed to spread panic, or part of a larger cross-border conspiracy. Intelligence officials suspect the pigeon could have been trained and deliberately released with the threatening chit.

"This cannot be dismissed casually," a security expert warned, noting that such tactics are often used to gauge alertness levels along sensitive borders.

Rising security concerns

The rare case has raised serious alarm in the region. Officials stressed that even unconventional threats must be addressed with caution given the volatile security climate in Jammu and Kashmir.