North Block receives bomb threat email; security personnel conduct searches

The North Block area houses several important government buildings and offices, including key ministries and administrative offices.

A bomb threat received at the Police Control Room in New Delhi's North Block area has prompted emergency response efforts, with two fire tenders dispatched to the scene, according to the Delhi Fire Service.

The North Block area houses several important government buildings and offices, including key ministries and administrative offices.

According to an official, the threat was communicated via email. The Delhi Fire Service (DFS) official mentioned that searches are underway, involving a dog squad, bomb disposal and detection teams, as well as personnel from the police and fire departments.

A police officer stated that the bomb threat email was received by an officer stationed at the North Block, prompting the call to the DFS.

As of now, searches continue, but nothing suspicious has been discovered, as reported by the officer.