Bomb Scare at Kerala Chief Minister's Residence
Security was heightened at Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan's official residence, Cliff House, and a private bank in Palayam on Monday following an emailed bomb threat. Authorities have since confirmed the threat to be a hoax.
Details of the Incident
The alert was triggered after the Chief Minister's private secretary received an email claiming explosives had been planted at both locations. In response, law enforcement agencies took immediate action:
- A bomb detection team was dispatched to the locations.
- A sniffer dog squad was deployed to assist in the search.
- Thorough searches were conducted at both Cliff House and the private bank.
Investigation and Previous Threats
Following the extensive search, officials declared the threat to be a hoax. However, police are taking the matter seriously and have launched an investigation. Authorities noted that similar email threats have been received in the past, often referencing political events in Tamil Nadu.
Key Points:
- The email threats are difficult to trace as they are sent using dark web applications.
- Despite the hoax, security checks are carried out as a standard precaution for every threat.
- A case has been registered, and an investigation is currently underway to identify the sender.
Recurring Nature of Threats
This incident highlights the recurring nature of such threats against the Chief Minister's residence. While these threats have consistently been deemed hoaxes, security measures remain a top priority to ensure the safety and security of the Chief Minister and the surrounding areas.
