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Bomb Threat Sparks Chaos at Hyderabad City Civil Courts

Bomb disposal squads, dog squads, and security teams are conducting a thorough search of the court premises, with no suspicious items found so far.

Hyderabad: Panic gripped the Hyderabad City Civil Courts in Purani Haveli, Old City on Tuesday after a bomb threat email was received at 3:15 AM, noticed by officials at 11:00 AM. The threat, claiming explosives including RDX and IEDs were planted on the premises, led to an immediate evacuation of judges, lawyers, clients, and staff. Court proceedings were halted, and the area was cordoned off by the Mirchowk police.

Bomb disposal squads, dog squads, and security teams are conducting a thorough search of the court premises, with no suspicious items found so far. The email also referenced an explosion at the Gymkhana Club 23 minutes after an initial blast at the court, escalating concerns. Authorities are investigating the source of the email, with some reports suggesting a possible link to aggrieved individuals claiming ties to Anna University.



( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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