Mumbai Receives Fresh Bomb Threat, Amitabh Bachchan’s Bungalow and Mayor’s Office Targeted
CNN Central News & Networks / ITDC India Epress / ITDC News: Mumbai’s security agencies have been put on high alert after the city received another bomb threat on November 12. A threatening email warned of possible explosions at several prominent locations across the metropolis, including Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan’s bungalow ‘Jalsa’ in Juhu, the Mumbai Mayor’s office, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, banks and the Mahalaxmi Racecourse. Following the threat, police and security agencies launched extensive search operations at the locations mentioned in the email.
Bomb Disposal Squads Conduct Extensive Searches Following the receipt of the email, bomb disposal squads and security personnel carried out thorough inspections of the identified premises. Security arrangements were also strengthened at the Mayor’s office and other sensitive locations. According to officials, no suspicious objects or explosive materials were found during the searches. However, security agencies have continued heightened surveillance as a precautionary measure.
Email Mentions Khalistan Organisation Preliminary information suggests that the threatening email also referred to Khalistan and an alleged organisation named the ‘Khalistan National Army’. However, the identity of the sender and the credibility of the threat have not yet been established. Police are investigating the source of the email and examining whether the threat has any credible basis.
Mumbai Has Received Similar Threats Earlier Mumbai has witnessed several similar threat emails over the past few weeks. On October 23, a threat was reportedly issued targeting the Mayor’s office, Amitabh Bachchan’s bungalow and singer Diljit Dosanjh’s scheduled event. Subsequently, on November 6, another email reportedly threatened Amitabh Bachchan’s residence.
The repeated threats have prompted authorities to strengthen security at prominent public places and sensitive establishments across the city. Investigations are underway to identify those responsible for sending the emails and determine the seriousness of the threats.
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