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On Friday, three prominent colleges in Bengaluru, namely BMS College, MS Ramaiah College, and BIT College, were placed on high alert after receiving bomb threat emails. This incident prompted immediate action from the authorities, who deployed police and bomb disposal teams to the affected campuses.
The bomb threats, received around 1 pm, triggered widespread concern and prompted swift safety measures. Students and staff were evacuated from the premises, while concerned parents gathered outside the colleges seeking information about their children's safety. Bomb squads conducted thorough searches of the campuses, and security was enhanced in the surrounding areas.
Despite the initial alarm, the bomb threats were later determined to be a hoax. Law enforcement authorities initiated a case under Section 351 (criminal intimidation) and launched an investigation to identify the source of the false alarms. Cyber experts are diligently working to trace the origin of the emails, aiming to apprehend the individuals responsible for causing unnecessary panic and disruption.
The incident at the colleges followed a similar bomb threat at the Taj West End Hotel in Bengaluru on Saturday. The hotel, renowned for hosting prominent figures, received a bomb threat via email from unknown individuals. This prompted an immediate response from the police and bomb disposal team, who conducted a thorough investigation to ensure the safety of the hotel and its guests.
These recent incidents highlight the escalating issue of hoax bomb threats in Bengaluru. While the motives behind these false alarms remain unclear, the consequences of such actions are significant. The threats disrupt daily life, cause widespread anxiety, and drain resources from law enforcement agencies. This situation emphasizes the need for heightened vigilance and robust security measures to prevent future occurrences and hold perpetrators accountable for their actions.
Source: Three top Bengaluru colleges receive hoax bomb-threat emails, case lodged