Shimla Schools Evacuated After Bomb Threat Email, No Explosives Found

Several schools in Shimla were evacuated on Monday after receiving a bomb threat email , causing panic among students, parents, and school authorities, police said.

According to officials, multiple schools received an email claiming that explosives had been planted on school premises and warning that the buildings would be blown up. The message immediately triggered alarm, prompting school administrations to act quickly and inform the police.

Following the alert, police teams, including bomb disposal squads , reached the affected schools and carried out thorough searches of classrooms, corridors, and surrounding areas. All schools were evacuated as a precautionary measure before the search operations began. Officials confirmed that no suspicious items or explosives were found during the inspection.

As the situation unfolded, parents rushed to school premises after being informed about the threat email. Many of them took their children home, leading to scenes of concern and anxiety outside several schools. Authorities also conducted mock drills at some locations as part of precautionary safety measures.

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Gaurav Singh said that police are actively investigating the case to trace the origin of the email. He noted that the threat message did not contain any names or identifiable details, making it difficult to immediately pinpoint the sender.

Cyber experts have been engaged to assist in the probe, and technical analysis is underway to trace the source of the email and determine whether it was a deliberate attempt to spread panic or based on unverified or misleading information.

Officials have urged the public to remain calm, assuring that security measures are in place and that there is no immediate threat to students or staff. The investigation is ongoing.