JODHPUR: In a shocking escalation of security concerns, the Jodhpur bench of Rajasthan High Court received another bomb threat via email on Tuesday morning, prompting immediate evacuation and heightened security measures. The threat, which warned of explosives planted within the court premises, sent shockwaves through the legal fraternity.
Security agencies swiftly took control, ordering lawyers, staff, and visitors to vacate all courtrooms. A thorough search operation is underway, led by DCP (West) Vineet Bansal, with bomb disposal squads and sniffer dogs combing every inch of the sprawling complex. Judicial proceedings have been suspended indefinitely, with notices posted assuring resumption later.
This is not an isolated incident. Recent months have seen multiple similar email threats targeting Rajasthan High Court branches in Jaipur and Jodhpur. On February 6, both locations were cleared out following identical warnings, causing significant disruptions to court schedules.
Authorities have ramped up protocols: mandatory ID verification at all entry points, intensified frisking, and vigilant monitoring for suspicious activities. Court officials and bar associations have been urged to cooperate fully with investigations.
The repeated threats have instilled widespread anxiety among lawyers, court personnel, and the public reliant on these institutions for justice. Police are working tirelessly to trace the perpetrators, vowing zero tolerance for such acts that undermine the judiciary’s sanctity. As searches continue, the focus remains on ensuring safety while restoring normalcy at the earliest.