Two prominent schools in Guwahati, Delhi Public School (DPS), Ahomgaon, and Sanskriti The Gurukul School, received hoax bomb threat emails on Saraswati Puja Day, triggering brief panic before police confirmed the threats were fake. The incidents occurred under the jurisdiction of Garchuk Police Station on Friday, prompting immediate security checks.
School authorities alerted police as soon as the emails were received, leading to swift action to ensure student and staff safety.
Hoax bomb threat emails sent to DPS Ahomgaon and Sanskriti The Gurukul School in Guwahati on Saraswati Puja Day caused temporary panic. Police and the Bomb Disposal Squad conducted thorough searches and confirmed no explosives were found. Authorities said the emails were fake, and investigations are underway to trace the sender.
What Happened
The threatening emails claimed bombs had been planted on the premises of Delhi Public School, Ahomgaon, and Sanskriti The Gurukul School. Both institutions are located in southern Guwahati and fall under the Garchuk Police Station limits.
Upon receiving the alerts, police teams rushed to the campuses and initiated standard operating procedures, including evacuation checks where required.
Police Response and Search Operations
Search operations were carried out with assistance from the Bomb Disposal Squad (BDS). After comprehensive inspections, officials confirmed that no explosives or suspicious items were found at either location.
Addressing the media, Numal Mahatta said police acted immediately after receiving information. He added that the emails were confirmed to be a hoax and assured parents and school authorities that there was no threat to safety.
Festive Day Disruption in the City
The incident occurred on Saraswati Puja, a day when schools and colleges across Guwahati hold prayers and cultural programmes. Police said the timing appeared intended to disrupt the festive atmosphere and create unnecessary fear ahead of Republic Day.
Despite the scare, authorities said celebrations at other institutions continued peacefully across the city.
Investigation Underway
According to preliminary findings, the email was sent from an ID allegedly linked to a person named Rupan Kumar Dhar. Police said technical experts are tracing the origin of the email and verifying the sender’s identity.
Officials warned that strict legal action will be taken against anyone found responsible for spreading panic or issuing false threats.
What Happens Next
- Cyber and technical teams will trace the email source
- Police will question suspects once identified
- Security monitoring around schools will continue
Authorities urged citizens to remain calm and report any suspicious communication immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Guwahati schools received the hoax bomb threat?
DPS Ahomgaon and Sanskriti The Gurukul School received the hoax threat emails.
Was any explosive found during the search?
No. Police and the Bomb Disposal Squad confirmed that the threats were fake and no explosives were found.
