Delhi Police Investigate Bomb Threats at Two Dwarka Schools

For the third consecutive day, Delhi’s educational institutions faced security scares as St. Thomas School and Vasant Valley School in Dwarka received bomb threat emails early Wednesday.

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Chaos gripped Delhi’s Dwarka area as two prestigious institutions, St. Thomas School and Vasant Valley School, received bomb threat emails. The menacing messages, sent in the early hours, prompted immediate action from school authorities, who prioritized the safety of students and staff. The alarming situation underscored the growing concern over hoax threats targeting educational institutions in the capital.

Third Day of Bomb Threat hit Delhi Schools

Both campuses were evacuated promptly, with students and staff moved to secure locations. The authorities cordoned off the premises, and sniffer dogs were deployed to conduct thorough searches. Preliminary investigations found no suspicious items, but the police continued their probe to determine the source and credibility of the threats.

Security Threat Grips Schools in Delhi

The sudden disruption left parents, students, and teachers shaken. Many parents rushed to the schools to pick up their children, while school administrations issued statements urging calm and cooperation with law enforcement. Classes were suspended for the day, and counseling support was offered to students to address the anxiety caused by the incident. The schools emphasized their commitment to safety and vowed to resume normal operations only after clearance from the authorities.

Schools Evacuated after Bomb Threat E-Mails

While most such threats have turned out to be hoaxes, they continue to strain resources and create widespread panic. Authorities suspect that the emails may have originated from a single source or group aiming to disrupt public order. Cybersecurity experts are now assisting the police to trace the origin of the emails and prevent future incidents.