Bomb Threat Triggers Evacuation at Delhi High Court

Panic gripped the Delhi High Court on Friday after an email warning of a bomb forced an emergency evacuation. Police and bomb disposal squads rushed to the spot, clearing the premises and launching a thorough search operation.

The email, received by court staff, alleged that former bureaucrat Dr. Shah Faesal had links with Pakistan's ISI and was plotting to replicate past terror incidents, including the Patna blasts. It also carried political overtones, targeting specific leaders and issuing violent threats.

Swift Action by Police

Within minutes of the alert, security personnel evacuated staff, lawyers, and visitors from the building. Bomb squads and sniffer dogs combed the complex, while officials said proceedings could resume only after clearance, possibly around 2:30 pm.

A Pattern of Hoax Emails

This is the latest in a string of threatening emails received in the capital. On September 9, both Maulana Azad Medical College and the Chief Minister's Secretariat were targeted, though those threats turned out to be false alarms. Earlier, on August 28, several colleges including Jesus and Mary College in Chanakyapuri had received similar hoax threats. Investigators believe the senders are using VPN networks to hide their tracks.

Email Mentions Political Angle

The High Court threat also contained unusual political references. It claimed "assets" had been planted inside Delhi Police since 2017 for a so-called "Holy Friday" attack. The sender demanded that Dr. Ezhlian Naganathan be handed leadership of the DMK and issued threats against Inbanidhi Udhayanidhi. It further alleged that intelligence agencies would fail to detect these "inside jobs."

Authorities on Alert

While no explosives have been found so far, security has been stepped up across sensitive locations in the capital. Officials said they are treating the matter with utmost seriousness. "Every threat is being verified to ensure public safety," a senior police officer stated.