New Delhi: A prominent school in Delhi, the Delhi Public School (DPS), Dwarka, was the target of a bomb threat received via email early Friday morning. This alarming incident triggered an extensive security response from local authorities. According to officials from the Delhi Fire Services (DFS), the threat was reported at 5:02 AM, leading to immediate action. “We received a call regarding the bomb threat at 5:02 am from DPS, Dwarka,” stated a DFS official. In response, police, fire department personnel, bomb detection teams, and a canine unit were dispatched to conduct a thorough search of the premises.Rising Concerns Over School SafetyThis incident marks the sixth bomb threat directed at schools in Delhi within just 11 days, as reported by PTI. Such threats have caused significant distress among students, parents, and school authorities in the national capital. Despite comprehensive searches by specialized teams, no suspicious items have been found in connection with these threats.Authorities are maintaining vigilance and continuing investigations to ensure the safety of all students and staff members.Earlier this week, another school, Crescent Public School in Saraswati Vihar, northwest Delhi, also received a bomb threat via email. The DFS confirmed that their personnel responded promptly to this alert as well. Following extensive searches at Crescent Public School, officials reported no discovery of explosive devices or suspicious objects.Investigating the Source of ThreatsReports indicate that several other educational institutions across the city have been similarly threatened. Security teams were dispatched to each location to conduct searches aimed at identifying any potential dangers. However, authorities have yet to determine the origins of these threats or establish any connections between the incidents.The recent surge in bomb threats has heightened concerns among parents and students regarding safety measures implemented in schools. The Delhi Police are collaborating with cybercrime units to trace the source of these threatening emails. Officials have urged the public to stay calm yet vigilant and report any suspicious activities they may observe.Hybrid Learning Amidst Pollution ConcernsIn a separate development earlier this week, schools in Delhi-NCR transitioned to a hybrid mode of conducting classes due to anti-pollution measures enacted under Stage 4 of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP). Under these measures, physical attendance for students in grades 6 to 9 and 11 has been made optional while maintaining hybrid learning options.Conversely, students in grades 10 and 12 are still required to attend classes in person.This series of events underscores ongoing challenges faced by educational institutions in Delhi as they navigate safety concerns amidst environmental issues.
