Vadodara Airport bomb threat: Authorities at Vadodaras Harni airport launched an investigation into a bomb threat received via email, which was later confirmed to be a hoax, police officials reported on Saturday. The threatening email was received by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) at the airport on Friday morning, prompting an immediate and thorough security response.Extensive search conductedUpon receiving the threat, authorities conducted an extensive search of the airport and surrounding funnel areas. The operation involved multiple agencies, including the local police, fire brigade, bomb disposal squad, and a dog squad. These efforts were made to ensure the safety of passengers and airport staff.Statement from the authoritiesThe threat was a general warning for all airports mentioned in the email, including Ahmedabad, Rajkot, and Bhuj, said Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Panna Momaya. The airport premises were thoroughly searched, and the threat was determined to be a hoax.The email, sent from the address [email protected], contained ominous and vague threats but did not specify the exact location of any bomb. The email read, I have tickled their ego and have frustrated them! Hahahaha! Result Boom, boom and bangs! Big big bangs!! Hohohohohoho! No stopping, no escape! Let the games begin! Jai Mahakal, Jai Ma Adishakti!Legal action initiatedFollowing the investigation, a First Information Report (FIR) was registered at the Harni police station under Section 351 (4) of the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita (BNS), addressing criminal intimidation by anonymous communication. The police are now working to trace the origin of the email and identify the person responsible for causing panic.Public safety and responseThe hoax has raised concerns about public safety and security at airports across Gujarat, prompting officials to reassess and strengthen security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. While no actual threat was posed, the authorities emphasized the importance of vigilance and rapid response in such situations.
