Multiple Delhi schools receive bomb threats, searches underway
Multiple schools in Delhi received bomb threats on Monday, triggering widespread security searches and anti-sabotage operations. Authorities have declared several of these threats to be hoaxes, similar to a recent wave of incidents targeting public institutions.
Why it matters
The recurring nature of these threats disrupts the education system and places significant strain on public safety resources.
Several schools in Delhi received bomb threats on Monday (September 21, 2026) morning, prompting the Delhi Police, Delhi Fire Services and other security agencies to launch search operations at the school premises.
The Delhi Fire Services received three calls regarding bomb threats at schools between 9.41 a.m. and 10.50 a.m., it said. The first call was received at 9.41 a.m. from Mother International School in Hauz Khas. The threat was subsequently declared a hoax after verification and search operations at the premises.
The second call was received at 10.34 a.m. regarding Navy Children’s School in Chanakyapuri, while the third call was received at 10.50 a.m. from Bal Bharati School in Sector 14, Rohini. As of 12.55 p.m., search operations at both schools were underway, officials said.
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