Coimbatore Passport Office hit by hoax bomb threat email, security tightened

A hoax bomb threat email targeted the Passport Office in the Chitra area of Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, prompting heightened security as the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad rushed to the scene and carried out thorough checks of the premises. Officials said the measures were taken to ensure safety and determine the authenticity of the threat. Police have launched an investigation to trace the source of the email and verify its credibility.

Earlier in Delhi, an Axis Bank in the Connaught Place area faced a similar bomb threat via email, with police and dog squads conducting searches. The incidents underline a pattern of hoax threats that trigger rapid security responses and widespread concern among staff and the public.

An employee described the atmosphere as tense, noting that staff were evacuated as police, fire brigade and dog squads arrived to secure the area. The incident highlights the ongoing need for vigilance and calm as authorities assess risk and communicate safety measures.

No injuries were reported, and investigators continue to work to identify the sender and prevent future disruptions.

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