Thiruvananthapuram: Kerala’s capital, Thiruvananthapuram, was placed on high alert on Monday following bomb threats targeting several high-security government locations, including the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), Cliff House (the official residence of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan), and the Secretariat. The threats were issued via email, prompting immediate action from authorities.
According to reports from ANI, bomb disposal squads have been deployed, and intensive security checks have been implemented around the affected sites. Search operations are ongoing at all key locations, with the police and bomb detection units cordoning off areas to carry out thorough inspections. As of now, no explosives have been found.
This latest threat comes amid a string of similar incidents in the region. Just a day before, Thiruvananthapuram International Airport received a bomb threat through email, which was later confirmed to be a hoax after comprehensive security checks. Additionally, several hotels, including Hilton Garden Inn and Gokulam Grand Hotel, were also targeted with bomb threats on Saturday. These led to evacuations and searches, but no dangerous materials were discovered.
Authorities are investigating the origin of these threats, which have caused disruptions and raised public anxiety. The incidents come just days before Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s planned visit to Kerala on May 2, further heightening concerns.
Despite previous hoaxes, law enforcement agencies are treating these threats with the utmost seriousness. Security across the city has been tightened, and residents are urged to stay alert and report any suspicious activities.
