Chandigarh Police Put City on High Alert After Bomb Threat Email Targets Multiple Institutions

Police and intelligence units immediately swung into action after the email was received on Monday morning, treating the message as a credible threat and initiating precautionary measures to ensure public safety.

All educational institutions mentioned in the email were temporarily evacuated as bomb squads and sniffer dogs conducted thorough searches of campuses and surrounding areas. Similarly, the mayor’s office and the state secretariat were placed under heightened security with restricted access for staff and visitors.

Senior police officials said they were coordinating closely with federal and state agencies to trace the origin of the email and assess whether the threat is linked to any larger network. Surveillance and monitoring have been intensified across key areas in the city.

“While we are treating this threat with the utmost seriousness, we are also urging residents to remain calm and cooperate with authorities,” a senior officer said, noting that additional forces had been deployed at strategic locations.

Security teams have also been checking CCTV footage and reviewing digital leads to identify potential suspects and prevent any untoward incident. Mobile checkpoints have been set up near sensitive installations, and traffic diversions are in place to facilitate smooth operations.

Officials said that school attendance has been temporarily suspended in the affected districts as a precaution while searches continue, and parents have been advised to stay alert and await updates.

The mayor’s office issued a public advisory urging citizens not to spread unverified information or panic, reaffirming that all necessary measures are being taken to secure public spaces and protect residents.

At present, no explosives or suspicious packages have been found at the sites under investigation. Authorities have reiterated that further updates will be shared once assessments are completed.

The incident has drawn attention to evolving security challenges faced by urban centres, with police emphasizing the importance of prompt reporting and vigilance among the public. Further investigation is ongoing as multiple agencies work to ensure the safety of Chandigarh’s residents.