Bomb threat emails trigger panic in Patiala schools
Babushahi Bureau
Patiala (Punjab), December 23, 2025: Panic swept across Patiala on Tuesday after several schools in the city received bomb threat emails, prompting swift action by the police and district administration. The alarming messages led to anxiety among school authorities, students, and parents.
According to sources, multiple schools received a suspicious email on Tuesday morning warning of bomb explosions on school premises. The sender reportedly mentioned a time window between 9:00 am and 1:00 pm, raising serious security concerns.
Following the receipt of the emails, school managements immediately informed the police. Taking no chances, the Patiala police swung into action and initiated emergency security measures.
On receiving the information, the Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP), Patiala, ordered heightened security across the city.
Police personnel were deployed outside the affected schools, and thorough checks were carried out. Security has also been intensified at the Patiala railway station and other crowded public places to avert any untoward incident.
Meanwhile, the police cyber cell and special investigation teams have launched a detailed probe to trace the source of the threatening emails and identify those responsible.Authorities have assured the public that the situation is under control and appealed for calm while investigations continue.