A bomb threat call plunged Mumbai’s Bandra Family Court into pandemonium today, halting proceedings and evacuating hundreds. The threat, made via telephone to the court reception, claimed a powerful explosive device had been planted inside the premises, leading to widespread alarm.
Rapid response teams from Mumbai Police, including the Anti-Terrorism Squad and bomb disposal units, swarmed the site. The court premises, usually abuzz with matrimonial cases and custody battles, stood deserted as searches intensified. ‘It was terrifying; families were crying, unsure if it was real,’ recounted Ravi Mehta, a petitioner whose hearing was interrupted.
Preliminary probes suggest the threat might stem from personal vendettas amid heated family litigations. CCTV footage is being reviewed, and call records analyzed for clues. No arrests have been made yet, but police assure the public of stringent action.
This event underscores vulnerabilities in judicial infrastructure. In recent months, similar threats have surfaced at other courts, prompting calls for advanced threat detection tech like AI surveillance. With the threat deemed hoax after thorough checks, court operations resumed by evening, but enhanced security measures remain in place to prevent future scares.
