Mumbai was placed on high alert on Thursday, November 12, after a threatening email warning of multiple bomb blasts across the city named several prominent locations, including Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan’s bungalow, the Mumbai Mayor’s office, banks, courts, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport and Mahalaxmi Racecourse.
The threat triggered an immediate security response, with police personnel, bomb disposal squads and other security agencies conducting searches at the locations mentioned in the email.
High Profile Locations Under Threat
According to reports, the threatening email was received at approximately 10:52 am and was sent to multiple recipients, including officials of Punjab National Bank in Mumbai. It reportedly mentioned possible explosions at several locations, including Bachchan’s Juhu residence, Jalsa, the Mayor’s office at the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation headquarters and the city airport.
The Mahalaxmi Racecourse and several banks and courts were also reportedly named, raising concerns among security agencies.
Security Tightened at BMC Headquarters
Following the threat, security arrangements were immediately strengthened at the BMC headquarters. Police personnel and bomb detection teams reached the premises and carried out extensive inspections.
Security agencies also examined other locations mentioned in the email. Fortunately, no suspicious objects or explosive materials were reportedly discovered during the searches.
Who Is Behind the Threat?
The email reportedly contained references to Khalistan and mentioned an organisation calling itself the Khalistan National Army. However, investigators have not yet established the sender's identity or verified the credibility of the claims.
Investigation Underway
Authorities are examining the threatening message and investigating whether the incident is connected to previous threats targeting prominent locations in Mumbai.
With security agencies on high alert, the immediate priority remains ensuring public safety and preventing unnecessary panic. Mumbai now awaits further details as investigators work to uncover the identity of the sender and determine the seriousness of the threat.