Ahmedabad, Noida Schools Receive Bomb Threats; Probe Underway

January 23, 2026

Several schools in Ahmedabad and Noida received bomb threat alerts, triggering immediate action by local police, fire tenders, and security agencies. Authorities were alerted after emails and calls warned of threats to school premises, forcing rapid deployment of security teams to the affected locations.

In Ahmedabad, multiple educational institutions reported bomb threat messages early in the morning, prompting law enforcement and specialised squads to rush to the scenes. Teams from the Police, Special Operations Group (SOG), Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS), and fire tenders were engaged in thorough searches and precautionary measures to ensure safety and calm concerns.

Ahmedabad Schools on High Alert

In Gujarat’s largest city, several schools — including Zydus School of Excellence, DAV International School, Nirman School, Aavishkar School, and others — received threat emails. These messages indicated the presence of explosives on campus, triggering immediate procedural response from authorities.

Security teams immediately sealed the school buildings and commenced detailed sweeps of classrooms, grounds, and surrounding areas using detection equipment and canine units. Fire tenders were placed on standby throughout the operation as a precaution.

Noida Incident Adds to Concerns

At the same time, a private school in Noida also received a bomb threat alert through email, leading to heightened vigilance and a swift police response. School management, in coordination with authorities, informed parents about precautionary protocols and advised them not to send children to the campus until the situation was fully assessed.

Security officials, including patrol units and dog squads, conducted thorough searches inside school premises in Noida’s Sector areas, checking classrooms, common areas, and campus facilities for any suspicious items.

Safety Protocols and Parental Communication

In both cities, school leaders activated safety procedures, keeping parents informed about developments and ensuring students were kept away from school buildings during the operations. Communication with police control rooms and fire departments remained constant as teams executed search protocols under established security norms.

While no explosive devices have been confirmed at any of the sites so far, authorities are treating the threats seriously and continue investigations into the origin of the alarming messages.

Investigations Underway

Police units in Ahmedabad and Noida have launched probes to identify the sources of the bomb threat emails. Cybercrime and intelligence teams are assisting with technical analysis to trace the origin of the threatening messages. Authorities emphasise that precautionary searches and deployments are critical to ensuring children’s safety and that thorough investigations will determine whether the threats are credible or hoaxes.

Parents, Public React

The threats have caused anxiety among parents, with many reaching school gates seeking updates. Officials have urged the public not to panic and assured that stringent safety measures are in place. As the security sweep continues, parents have been asked to stay in touch with school authorities for official guidance.