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Delhi Schools Evacuated After Bomb Threat Emails Declared Hoax
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Incident Overview
On September 15, 2026, bomb-threat emails were received by at least three Delhi schools—British School in Chanakyapuri, Army Public School in Dhaula Kuan, and Sardar Patel Vidyalaya in Lodi Estate. The messages arrived at 10:17 a.m.; one subject line referenced an alleged blast slated for 1:11 p.m. The emails, written in Punjabi, warned of explosions at the schools, police stations, court complexes, and advised against traveling by Delhi Metro or trains until September 29. Air Force Bal Bharati School and Carmel Convent School were also mentioned in connection with the threats.
Security Response and Findings
The Delhi Fire Service (DFS) logged a call from Army Public School at 11:30 a.m., dispatching a fire tender to the site. Police, bomb-disposal squads, sniffer-dog teams, and additional fire tenders conducted comprehensive searches of the school buildings and surrounding areas. No explosive or suspicious material was discovered. After completing checks, DFS officials declared the bomb threat a hoax at 1:05 p.m. Police continue to examine the email content and are working to identify the sender.
Impact on Examinations
Both Sardar Patel Vidyalaya and Army Public School reported that middle-school students had completed their examinations, while senior-school students had finished most of theirs. Each school indicated that a decision on any remaining senior-school examinations would be taken after a careful assessment of the situation.
Official Statements & Ongoing Investigation
DFS officials confirmed that the threat was a hoax following thorough verification. Police officers stated that they are analyzing the email details and pursuing the source of the messages. A senior police officer highlighted that the email also warned of attacks on metro travel and public venues, underscoring the need for continued vigilance.
Future Precautions
The travel warning remains scheduled until September 29, as noted by the senior police officer. Security agencies have kept fire tenders and ambulances on standby and maintain heightened monitoring of schools and public infrastructure throughout the capital.