Bomb threat hoax reported in multiple Chandigarh schools; no suspicious object found
PTC Web Desk: Panic gripped several private and government schools in Chandigarh on Friday after bomb threat messages were reported. The authorities, however, later confirmed that the threats appeared to be a hoax, with no suspicious object recovered from any campus.
According to official information, both the Chandigarh Police and other security agencies swiftly activated standard operating procedures immediately after receiving alerts. Police teams, bomb disposal squads and fire brigade personnel were deployed across affected institutions to ensure the safety of students and staff.
Among the private institutions that reported the threat were Shivalik Public School, Carmel Convent School, Banyan Tree School, Chitkara International School, Kundan Public School, AKSIPS-45, Vivek High School, St. John’s School, Gurukul Manimajra, Delhi Public School (DPS), 3BRD Air Force School, Ankur Public School (Sector 14), Ashiana Public School, and DC Montessori School.
The government schools that received similar threat messages included GMSSS-16, GMSSS-10, GMSSS-8, GMHS Dadumajra, GMSSS-21, GMHS-41, and GMHS-48.
Security teams carried out thorough inspections and sanitisation of all premises in accordance with established safety protocols. Officials stated that no explosives or suspicious materials were found during the searches.
Preliminary assessment suggests the bomb threats were a hoax. Authorities have launched an investigation to trace the origin of the messages and identify those responsible. Officials have indicated that strict legal action will be taken against the perpetrators.
The administration has urged parents and members of the public to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information. It emphasised that the safety and security of students and school staff remain the highest priority.
- PTC NEWS
