New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently become the target of a bomb threat, marking the second such incident in less than a month. This alarming threat was communicated through an email written in Russian, sent to the banks official website. The Mumbai police have initiated an investigation into the matter, with a case registered against an unidentified individual at the Mata Ramabai Marg (MRA Marg) police station.The Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) for Zone 1 stated, A threatening email was received on the official website of Reserve Bank of India. The email was in Russian language, warned to blow up the bank. A case has been registered against unknown accused in Mata Ramabai Marg (MRA Marg) police station. Investigation into the matter is underway.Context of Recent ThreatsThis incident follows a series of bomb threats that have plagued educational institutions in Delhi. Just days prior, six schools received similar threats via email, prompting extensive searches by multiple agencies. On December 9, at least 44 schools were reported to have received identical threats, which authorities later classified as hoaxes.The frequency and nature of these threats have raised concerns among parents and officials alike.Former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal expressed his worries regarding the impact of such threats on childrens safety and well-being, highlighting that this marks the second instance within a week. He questioned how these repeated bomb threats would affect students psychologically.Response from AuthoritiesIn response to the recent bomb threats targeting schools, a Delhi fire services official detailed how calls were received from various institutions throughout the early morning hours. Schools such as Bhatnagar International School and Cambridge School reported threats at 4:21 AM and 6:23 AM respectively, followed by others including DPS Amar Colony and South Delhi Public School.The rapid succession of these threats has prompted heightened vigilance among law enforcement and educational authorities. They are working diligently to ensure the safety of students and staff while investigating the origins of these alarming communications.As investigations continue into both the RBI threat and those affecting schools, it is crucial for authorities to address public concerns regarding safety and security in educational environments. The pattern of such threats underscores a growing trend that requires immediate attention and action from law enforcement agencies.
