The national capital was gripped by panic on August 21, 2025, after five schools in different parts of Delhi received bomb threats, making this the third such incident reported this week. Parents rushed to schools while security forces scrambled to ensure the safety of students and staff, underlining growing concerns over repeated hoax threats targeting educational institutions.

According to officials, the schools that received threats include Andhra School in Prasad Nagar, BGS International Public School in Dwarka Sector 5, Rao Man Singh School, Convent School, Max Fort School, and Indraprastha International School in Dwarka. Police teams and bomb squads were immediately deployed, and search operations were initiated across all campuses.

At BGS International Public School in Dwarka, police cordoned off the area and carried out detailed checks after the threat email claimed the presence of explosives. Parents were seen anxiously waiting outside as children were safely evacuated. A similar scene unfolded at Andhra School in Prasad Nagar, where police officials carried out sweeping operations to ensure safety.

Previous bomb threats this week

This incident is not isolated. Just a day earlier, over 50 schools in Delhi received bomb threats via email. These threats, which caused widespread panic across the city, were later declared hoaxes after no suspicious items were found during extensive searches. The emails, allegedly sent by a group identifying itself as “Terrorizers 111”, claimed that C4 bombs and timed charges had been planted across multiple schools. The group demanded cryptocurrency payments within 48 hours to an Ethereum wallet address, raising concerns of cyber extortion.

Earlier, on August 18, another 32 schools received bomb threats, which were also found to be false alarms. Most of the institutions targeted were located in Delhi’s Dwarka region, including well-known schools such as Delhi Public School, Shri Venkateshwar School, Shiksha Bharti Global School, Global School, and BGS International Public School.

Delhi Police investigation

The Delhi Police confirmed that they are coordinating with internet service providers and cyber experts to trace the IP address of the sender. While preliminary investigations suggest a possibility of the threats being hoaxes intended to spread fear, authorities are not taking any chances given the scale and frequency of the incidents.

A senior police official told PTI that “we are examining whether the same source is behind the threats received earlier this week and are also checking for any international links.” Officials also assured that additional cyber surveillance has been deployed to prevent similar attempts in the coming weeks.

Impact on parents and students

The repeated bomb threats have created fear and anxiety among parents and students, many of whom have faced multiple evacuations within a week. Parents expressed frustration over the psychological toll these incidents are taking on children, even as officials urge citizens to remain calm.

For students, especially those preparing for exams, the frequent disruptions have been distressing. Teachers and administrators are working closely with authorities to ensure minimal impact on academic schedules while prioritizing safety.

Pattern of hoax threats

Experts believe the pattern of hoax bomb threats to schools may be linked to cybercriminals attempting extortion or simply to cause public panic. Similar incidents have been reported globally, where anonymous emails threatened institutions and demanded payments through untraceable cryptocurrencies.

Cybersecurity specialists suggest that Delhi’s threats may also be an attempt to test the response mechanism of law enforcement. If unchecked, such repeated hoaxes could weaken public trust and strain security resources.

Government response

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has been briefed about the situation, and central agencies are coordinating with Delhi Police to investigate the matter. Officials have emphasized that while all threats are being treated with utmost seriousness, repeated false alarms highlight the need for enhanced cyber monitoring and strict action against perpetrators.

Conclusion

The string of bomb threats to Delhi schools this week has raised serious concerns over the safety of students and the rise of cyber hoaxes targeting educational institutions. While the threats so far have turned out to be false alarms, the repeated incidents have disrupted normalcy, alarmed parents, and forced law enforcement agencies to remain on high alert.

As police continue their investigations, cyber experts caution that such hoax threats not only waste critical resources but also instill unnecessary panic among the public. Authorities have urged citizens to avoid spreading unverified information and assured that strong measures are being taken to trace and punish the culprits behind these threats.

With three consecutive incidents within a span of just days, the security of schools in Delhi remains a top priority, and officials continue to stress the importance of vigilance, cooperation, and cyber safety awareness.

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