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Mumbai authorities are on high alert following an email threat warning of bomb blasts at several prominent locations across the city.
Law enforcement and security personnel in Mumbai were placed on high alert on Thursday morning after a threatening email warned of multiple bomb blasts across the metropolis. The message specifically targeted several high-profile locations, including the international airport, the Mayor's office, megastar Amitabh Bachchan's famous 'Jalsa' bungalow, and a Punjab National Bank branch.
According to an official, the alarming email was sent at 10:52 am from an account identified as reduak079@gmail.com. The message was addressed to the Zonal Office of PNB Mumbai, the Local Crime Branch at Cuffe Parade, and the bank's Zaveri Bazar branch located in south Mumbai. Officials noted that many people utilize an email address to communicate, but this particular message carried severe security implications.
The subject line of the email explicitly mentioned a planned bomb blast at a PNB branch in Mumbai scheduled for 1:11 pm. Furthermore, the communication detailed specific future dates, including November 27 and December 31, while containing numerous threatening references to potential explosive attacks.
Mumbai authorities placed on high alert following an email threat warning of multiple bomb blasts.
Security agencies examined the contents of the message, which referenced multiple critical sites across the financial capital. Along with the airport, the Mayor's office, and the 'Jalsa' bungalow, the threats mentioned Mahalaxmi Stadium and various banks. The communication also included references to Khalistan and a purported group called the 'Khalistan National Army'. At the time of the report, the authenticity of the threats and the actual identity of the sender remained unknown.
This security scare places local authorities and law enforcement in Mumbai on heightened alert, directly impacting public safety and daily operations at key city landmarks. The situation requires heightened vigilance across major transportation hubs, financial institutions, and public offices in the region.
