Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

Bomb Threat To Delhi High Court Via Email Judges, Lawyers Vacate Premises


(MENAFN- AsiaNet News)

The Delhi High Court was evacuated on Thursday after a bomb threat was received through an email. Following the alert, Delhi Police rushed to the court premises and started a thorough security check. As a safety measure, all court proceedings were temporarily suspended. Police are investigating the source of the threat while bomb disposal teams are inspecting the area. No explosive device has been found so far. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and taking all necessary steps to ensure the safety of court staff and visitors.

An official statement from Delhi Police said that the threat is being taken seriously, and further updates will follow after the investigation.

A Live Law report said that the judges of the Delhi High Court suddenly left their courtrooms on Thursday, causing confusion among lawyers and staff. Several benches adjourned their proceedings, with some judges stating that the Bench would not assemble further for the day.

Court officials have not shared any official communication so far.

The situation remains unclear, and further updates are expected as the High Court administration investigates the matter.

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