JODHPUR: The Rajasthan High Court premises were thrown into chaos on Wednesday after authorities received a chilling bomb threat through an email, prompting immediate evacuation of the entire complex and triggering a massive security response.
Security personnel from multiple agencies swiftly cordoned off the area as bomb disposal squads and dog squads were rushed to the scene. The intensive search operation is currently underway, with teams meticulously scanning courtrooms, corridors, parking areas, and surrounding zones.
Immediate Response and Evacuation
Court officials confirmed that upon receiving the threatening email, emergency protocols were immediately activated. Judges, lawyers, court staff, and visitors were all safely evacuated from the building within minutes of the threat being identified.
"The safety of everyone present was our top priority," stated a senior court official who wished to remain anonymous. "We followed established security protocols and cleared the premises systematically."
Heightened Security Measures
Local police have reinforced security around the High Court complex and are maintaining a strong perimeter. Traffic in the surrounding areas has been diverted to facilitate the security operations.
"We're taking no chances with such threats," said a police official at the scene. "Our bomb detection and disposal teams are conducting thorough checks of the entire premises. We request the public to remain calm and avoid the area until the operation is complete."
Investigation Underway
Cyber crime investigators have joined the probe to trace the origin of the threatening email. Authorities are examining digital footprints and working to identify the sender behind what they're treating as a serious security breach.
This incident comes amid heightened security alerts across judicial institutions in India. Security experts emphasize the need for robust cyber security measures to prevent such threats from disrupting crucial judicial functions.
The Rajasthan High Court, being one of the country's prominent judicial institutions, handles numerous significant cases, making it a potential target for such security threats. Authorities have assured that normal court operations will resume only after comprehensive security clearance.
