Jalandhar: A bomb threat email was received by schools in Jalandhar on Friday, a day before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scheduled visit to Punjab. The threat raised serious security concerns and prompted immediate action from local police and security agencies.
According to police sources, the email was sent from an address using the name “Billi Hall” and warned that bombs would explode in 3–4 schools during the PM’s visit. The message also contained politically charged statements, including references to Guru Ravidas, Khalistan, and the killing of Shaheed Nijjar, and mentioned Dera Ballan as a potential target.
Police Response and Search Operation
Upon receiving the threat, the 7 Urban Estate police station along with security forces conducted a thorough search of the affected schools and surrounding areas. No explosive devices were found during the operation.
Authorities confirmed that the threat was delivered through email, and the investigation is ongoing to trace the sender.
Schools Closed Due to Guru Ravidas Jayanti
The schools in Jalandhar remained closed on Saturday due to the Guru Ravidas Jayanti procession, which drew large crowds and heightened security sensitivity.
Email Contents Raise Security Alarm
The email included the following warning in Punjabi:
“Today, bombs will explode in 3–4 schools. We fully respect Guru Ravidas Ji. But Modi is the enemy of Khalistan.
Khalistanis have no grievances with Baba Niranjan Das. The issue is Modi.
Who is responsible for Nijjar’s death? Revenge… revenge… revenge.
Dera Ballan is the target.”
The message explicitly targeted Prime Minister Modi and linked the threat to Khalistani motivations.
Investigation Underway
Police have registered the complaint and are investigating the email trail to identify the sender. Cyber and forensic teams are also involved in tracing the origin of the message.
No arrests have been made so far, and the case is being treated as a serious security threat.
