A threatening hoax call sent security forces into high alert at Mumbai's prestigious Naval Dockyard on Wednesday, triggering an extensive security operation that lasted several hours before authorities confirmed it was a false alarm.
Security Scare at Strategic Naval Installation
The incident unfolded when an unidentified caller made a threatening phone call to the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai, one of India's most important naval facilities. The call, which contained specific threats, immediately raised concerns among security personnel given the sensitive nature of the installation.
According to police officials, the call was received on Wednesday morning, prompting immediate action from both naval security teams and Mumbai police. The dockyard's security protocol was swiftly activated, with additional personnel deployed and thorough checks initiated across the facility.
Intensive Investigation Launched
Mumbai police have registered a formal case and launched a comprehensive investigation to trace the origin of the call and identify the individual responsible. Technical analysis of the call details is currently underway, with cyber crime specialists joining the investigation team.
"We are taking this incident very seriously despite it being a hoax," stated a senior police officer involved in the case. "Making threatening calls to sensitive defense installations is a grave offense, and we will pursue all legal avenues to ensure the culprit faces appropriate consequences."
Investigators are examining multiple angles, including the possibility of the call being made:
- As a prank by miscreants
- With malicious intent to disrupt operations
- To test security response mechanisms
Heightened Security Measures Implemented
Following the incident, security has been further strengthened at the Naval Dockyard and surrounding areas. The Indian Navy has reinforced its standard operating procedures for handling such communications, while maintaining normal operations at the facility.
"Our security apparatus responded exactly as designed for such scenarios," a naval spokesperson confirmed. "The swift response demonstrates our preparedness and commitment to maintaining the highest security standards at all our installations."
The incident highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by critical infrastructure facilities in metropolitan areas. Mumbai Naval Dockyard, being a key strategic asset for the Indian Navy, maintains permanent high-level security, but such hoax calls test response systems and consume valuable security resources.
Police authorities have warned that making hoax calls to defense installations carries severe penalties, including imprisonment under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code and other security legislation. They have appealed to the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities immediately.
The investigation continues with teams working to trace the caller through technical surveillance and other investigative methods. Authorities remain confident about identifying and apprehending the individual responsible for creating unnecessary panic and diverting security resources.
