A major security scare gripped Rajasthan after threatening emails claimed that bombs filled with cyanide gas had been planted in passport offices and post offices across several cities in the state. The threat triggered panic and led to emergency evacuations and large-scale security checks in multiple districts.
According to officials, the threatening email was first received at the Regional Passport Office in Jaipur and later forwarded to several districts where passport service centres operate within post office premises. As a precaution, authorities evacuated buildings and launched search operations to ensure public safety.
Police, bomb disposal squads and dog squads were deployed across the affected locations. However, after detailed searches lasting several hours, no explosive or suspicious object was found in any of the buildings.
12 Cities Put on High Alert
The bomb threat affected several cities across Rajasthan, prompting security agencies to conduct inspections in government offices and public buildings. Among the cities that received threats were Jaipur, Udaipur, Ajmer, Kota, Bhilwara, Nagaur, Jaisalmer, Pali, Pratapgarh, Sawai Madhopur, Jhalawar and Sri Ganganagar.
In many places, passport service centres operate within main post office complexes. Once the alert was issued, employees and visitors were immediately evacuated from the premises while security teams began systematic searches of rooms, cupboards, files and electronic equipment.
Authorities sealed several offices temporarily and restricted entry during the search operation. Emergency services such as fire brigades and civil defence teams also assisted the police in conducting safety checks.
Cyanide Gas Bomb Claim Raises Concern
The threatening email claimed that five improvised explosive devices (IEDs) filled with cyanide gas had been planted in passport or postal offices and could be detonated at a specified time.
The message warned staff to leave the offices and cover their mouths and noses to avoid exposure to the toxic gas. The unusual reference to cyanide gas in the threat increased concern among security agencies because such chemicals can cause severe harm even without a large explosion.
Despite the alarming claims, investigators believe the message was likely intended to create panic and disrupt government operations.
Possible Link Mentioned to Pakistan’s ISI
One of the most serious aspects of the email was the reference to Pakistan’s intelligence agency ISI. The message mentioned the organisation by name and included political references, raising suspicions that the sender may have attempted to portray the threat as part of a larger conspiracy.
However, officials have not confirmed any direct involvement of ISI at this stage. Security agencies are treating the matter cautiously and are focusing on tracing the origin of the email before drawing conclusions.
Cyber experts have been deployed to analyse the email headers, IP addresses and digital trail to identify the sender.
Investigation Underway
Police and intelligence agencies have launched a detailed investigation to track down the person responsible for sending the threatening email. Cyber cells are examining technical data while local police continue to maintain heightened security at government offices.
Officials said the threat is being taken seriously even though no explosives were discovered. Similar hoax threats in recent months have caused panic in several government institutions across India.
Authorities have urged the public not to panic and assured that all necessary precautions are being taken to ensure safety.
Security agencies are expected to continue monitoring government offices and sensitive locations across Rajasthan while the investigation into the email threat continues.
