Bomb Threats to 50 Delhi Schools Spark Panic

New Delhi witnessed another wave of fear and disruption on Wednesday as nearly 50 schools received bomb threats via email, sending shockwaves among students, parents, and authorities. The threats came just a day after 32 schools had reported receiving similar warnings, creating widespread panic across the city.

According to officials, the alarming emails claimed that explosives had been planted inside the campuses and could go off at any time. As a precaution, principals immediately contacted police, and authorities swung into action. School buildings were swiftly evacuated, and children were escorted out to safe zones while bomb disposal squads and dog units carried out thorough inspections.

Videos and images from various parts of the city showed anxious parents rushing to school gates, desperate to ensure their children’s safety. Traffic congestion was reported in several areas as families rushed to pick up students after news of the threats spread rapidly through social media and messaging groups.

Delhi Police Commissioner assured the public that every threat was being treated with utmost seriousness. “We cannot take chances when children are involved. All necessary measures are being taken, and special teams are scanning every reported location. At this stage, no explosives have been found, but our investigation is ongoing,” he said.

While most schools resumed calm after security sweeps gave the all-clear, the psychological impact of repeated threats was evident. Several parents voiced frustration that their children’s safety and education were being jeopardized by such malicious acts. “My daughter was in tears when the alarm was raised. These threats may be fake, but the trauma is real,” said one parent outside a South Delhi school.

Education department officials also confirmed that classes would remain suspended in some institutions until complete security assurance was received. “The safety of children is our top priority. We are coordinating with law enforcement to ensure foolproof protection,” an official statement read.

Cybercrime experts have joined the probe to trace the origin of the threatening emails. Preliminary findings suggest that the messages may have been routed through multiple servers, making it difficult to immediately identify the sender. Investigators are also exploring whether the fresh wave of threats is linked to Tuesday’s incidents.

Security analysts warn that such threats, even if hoaxes, can create widespread disruption and erode public trust in safety systems. They emphasized the need for robust digital surveillance mechanisms and awareness campaigns to prevent panic and misinformation.

For Delhi’s residents, however, the priority remains clear: ensuring the well-being of schoolchildren. “We can deal with traffic, delays, or missed work. But no parent should ever have to worry about whether their child is safe in school,” said a father waiting outside one of the evacuated campuses.

As the investigation continues, police have appealed for calm and urged citizens not to spread unverified information online. But the repeated nature of the threats has left many questioning whether stricter laws and stronger deterrents are needed to stop such dangerous disruptions in the future.