ISRO Bengaluru receives bomb threat email, security agencies launch swift response

ISRO headquarters in Bengaluru received a bomb threat email, prompting evacuation and a full security sweep. Police later confirmed it was a hoax, with no explosives found at the site.

ISRO Headquarters in Bengaluru Evacuated After Bomb Threat Email. (Image Internet)

New Delhi: The headquarters of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in Bengaluru received a bomb threat via email on Thursday, prompting a swift security response from local authorities. The incident led to a precautionary evacuation of employees and a detailed search of the premises.

According to sources, the threatening message was detected in the organisation’s official email inbox earlier in the day. Following established standard operating procedures, ISRO officials immediately alerted the police.

Bomb Disposal Squad Conducts Thorough Search

Police teams, along with bomb disposal squads and sniffer dog units, reached the ISRO headquarters located in the Sanjay Nagar area of Bengaluru. A comprehensive search operation was carried out across the premises to ensure safety.

As a precautionary measure, all staff members present inside the building were safely evacuated while security personnel inspected the facility. Authorities maintained tight control around the area during the operation.

Threat Declared A Hoax After Investigation

After a detailed search, senior police officials confirmed that no explosive material or suspicious object was found on the premises. The bomb threat email was subsequently declared a hoax.

Officials stated that the situation was brought under control without any disruption or damage, and normalcy was restored after the clearance.

Investigation Underway To Trace Sender

Following the incident, police have initiated an investigation to identify the origin of the threatening email. Cyber teams are working to trace the sender and determine the motive behind the false alarm.

Authorities emphasized that appropriate legal action will be taken once the individual responsible is identified.

Heightened Security At Key Scientific Installations

The incident has once again highlighted the importance of cybersecurity and physical security at critical national institutions such as ISRO. Officials continue to maintain heightened vigilance to prevent similar threats in the future.

Despite the disruption, the quick response by security agencies ensured that the situation was handled safely and efficiently, with no risk to personnel or infrastructure.