Bomb Threats Target Assembly and Civil Courts

Bomb threat emails forced evacuations at the Bihar legislature and civil courts in Patna and Siwan on Friday. Authorities responded with large-scale security checks and searches.

Details of the threat

The emailed warning claimed that “13 RDX” devices had been planted. It also stated the devices were IEDs mixed with cyanide gas and named 2.15pm as a target time. The message urged the immediate removal of MLAs and the public from the premises.

Search and security measures

Sachivalay Police led a thorough sweep of the Vidhan Sabha complex. Dog squads and bomb disposal teams assisted in the operation.

All three locations were evacuated while specialists conducted intensive checks. No suspicious items were uncovered during the searches.

Patna civil court response

The Patna civil court also received a threatening email, said Pirbahore SHO Mohd Sajjad. Security agencies and police teams carried out detailed searches.

Judicial proceedings continued after officers cleared the premises. Authorities reported no evidence of explosives at the site.

Siwan: tightened security and probe

In Siwan, officials tightened security following a similar message. SP Puran Kumar Jha said exhaustive searches found nothing suspicious.

The Siwan threat was later declared a hoax. Police instructed the cyber cell to conduct a technical investigation to trace the email source.

Broader concerns and next steps

Authorities described the incidents under the broader issue of Bomb Threats Target Assembly and Civil Courts. Cyber forensics teams will continue digital tracing efforts.

So far, no casualties or dangerous material have been reported. Filmogaz.com will follow developments as investigations proceed.