May 30, 2025
A wave of panic swept through Delhi and Chandigarh today 30th May 2025 as bomb threats targeted key government buildings, prompting swift evacuations and large-scale security operations. The incidents, occurring on the same day, have raised concerns about coordinated attempts to disrupt public safety and government functioning in these two major cities.
In the national capital, an alert was issued at Udyog Bhawan, a central government building housing several key departments, after a threatening email was received around noon. The email, addressed to the Secretary of the Ministry of Heavy Industries, claimed that suicide Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) would be detonated inside the premises. The Delhi Fire Service was notified at 1:01 PM, and by 3:15 PM, the entire building was evacuated as a precautionary measure.
Security agencies, including the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Delhi Police, bomb detection teams, and quick reaction units, were deployed to conduct a floor-by-floor sanitization process. No suspicious objects were found during the extensive search, but officials emphasized that the threat was being treated with utmost seriousness. Security has been significantly heightened in and around the area, with authorities continuing to monitor the situation closely.
Simultaneously, a similar crisis unfolded in Chandigarh, where the Haryana Civil Secretariat received a bomb threat via a phone call at around 3:15 PM. The caller claimed a bomb had been planted at the office of Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini, triggering a high alert across key government locations. The nine-floor Haryana Civil Secretariat building was promptly evacuated, and security checks were extended to the Chief Minister’s residence as a precaution.
Chandigarh Police, along with the CISF, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), bomb disposal squads, and heavily armed personnel, conducted thorough searches of the premises. Deputy Superintendent of Police Udaypal Singh confirmed that no explosive materials were recovered, but the investigation remains ongoing to trace the source of the threat call. The rapid response included the deployment of dog squads, ambulances, and fire brigade teams to ensure public safety.
Coordinated Threats Raise Concerns
The twin bomb threats come just over a week after a hoax bomb threat targeted the Punjab and Haryana High Court in Chandigarh on May 22, 2025, raising speculation about a possible pattern of attempts to disrupt government operations. Authorities in both cities have launched probes to determine the origin of the threats, with initial investigations exploring whether the incidents are linked.
In Delhi, the Union Secretary issued a letter to the CISF Assistant Commandant, directing immediate action following the threatening email. In Chandigarh, the police are working to identify the caller, with efforts underway to trace the communication’s source. As of now, no suspicious objects have been found in either location, but officials remain vigilant.
Public Reaction and Ongoing Measures
The threats caused significant alarm among employees and visitors at both Udyog Bhawan and the Haryana Civil Secretariat. Evacuations were carried out swiftly to ensure the safety of all individuals on the premises. While no explosives were discovered, the incidents have underscored the need for heightened security protocols and public awareness.
Security agencies in both Delhi and Chandigarh are collaborating to investigate the threats, with bomb disposal squads, police, and paramilitary forces continuing to scan government premises. The public has been urged to remain calm but vigilant, reporting any suspicious activity to authorities immediately.
Today’s incidents add to a series of bomb threats across India in recent months, many of which have been deemed hoaxes after thorough investigations. From schools and colleges to airports and hotels, such threats have disrupted daily life and heightened public anxiety. Authorities are now exploring stricter measures to address and deter such incidents, emphasizing the importance of tracing and holding perpetrators accountable.
As the situation develops, officials in Delhi and Chandigarh are committed to ensuring public safety and resolving these threats swiftly. Further updates are awaited as investigations continue.
