Patna, July 1 (H.S.): Security has been increased after a threatening email was received regarding a bomb at Patna Airport. A case has been registered at the Airport Police Station in this regard. The email states that a bomb has been placed at the airport and it is going to explode soon.

Airport administration and security agencies have begun an investigation. Airport officials have conducted extensive searches throughout the premises. No suspicious or explosive materials were found during the search. A case was registered at the Airport Police Station late last night. Currently, the police are working to trace the sender of the email, with assistance from technical and cyber experts. Meanwhile, personnel from the Central Industrial Security Force are deployed at every corner of Patna Airport.

Surveillance is also being maintained on people moving in and out of the airport. SP (City) Diksha stated that a case has been registered, and the Economic Offenses Unit (EOU) cyber cell has been asked to investigate. Patna Police is also conducting an investigation on their part. It is noteworthy that a similar bomb threat was sent to Patna Airport via email on June 18 last year.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Indrani Sarkar