Bengaluru's Raj Bhavan Faces Hoax Bomb Threat, Karnataka Police Investigate

Bengaluru's Raj Bhavan faced a security scare due to a hoax bomb threat received via an anonymous call. The Karnataka police responded swiftly to the call received by the NIA control room, triggering an intensive search operation at the Governor's official residence. The caller claimed an imminent bomb threat, prompting a city-wide alert. Investigations traced the call to Bidar, a northern district near the Maharashtra border. Despite thorough searches, authorities concluded it was a false alarm and termed it a hoax call. The police are actively pursuing the caller's identity, focusing on Bidar as the call origin. So far, no arrests have been made in connection with the incident.

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Bengaluru, Karnataka faced a tense night as a hoax bomb threat targeted the Raj Bhavan, the official residence of Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot. The security scare unfolded when an anonymous call reached the NIA control room, asserting the presence of a bomb within the Raj Bhavan premises with an ominous warning that it could detonate at any moment.

Swiftly responding to the threat, the Bengaluru Police initiated a comprehensive search operation throughout the Governor's official residence. The urgency of the situation was underscored by the absence of Governor Gehlot, who is currently situated in Belagavi, adding an additional layer of concern to the unfolding events.

The anonymous call, which triggered the security alert, was traced back to Bidar, a district situated in the northern part of Karnataka near the Maharashtra border, according to Raj Bhavan sources. After making the call, the unidentified caller promptly switched off the phone, making it challenging for authorities to trace their location.

Bengaluru Deputy Commissioner of Police (West division) Shekhar H Tekkannavar provided insights into the unfolding events, stating that the NIA control room received the anonymous call around midnight. Despite an intense search operation, no explosive devices were discovered, leading the authorities to categorize the incident as a hoax.

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"As of now, no one has been arrested in connection with the threat. Investigations are ongoing, and efforts are being made to trace the caller and establish the motive behind the hoax call," stated Deputy Commissioner Tekkannavar.

The incident not only disrupted the tranquility of Bengaluru but also raised questions about the security protocols surrounding key government establishments. As authorities delve deeper into the investigation, the focus remains on identifying and apprehending the individual responsible for the false bomb threat, ensuring the safety and security of government premises in the region.