Panic struck Patna once more as the Patna Civil Court faced its seventh bomb threat, the second in 24 hours. The threat, received in the early morning, led to increased security measures, with police and security agencies on high alert. An unidentified caller warned of blowing up the entire civil court complex, prompting swift action by law enforcement.
Security forces, including district police and agencies, swiftly responded by launching a thorough search operation. Despite deploying bomb squads, dog squads, and detection units, no suspicious items have been discovered yet. As a precaution, the court complex was evacuated, the main entrance sealed, and restricted access imposed. Security was heightened not only within the court but also in the vicinity, with stringent visitor screenings in place.
The bomb threat disrupted court proceedings in the morning, with plans to potentially resume activities later in the day pending security clearance. Notably, the bail hearing of independent Purnea MP Rajesh Ranjan, alias Pappu Yadav, was scheduled for the day. However, a similar threat on Wednesday led to its postponement, raising concerns about the repeated disruptions to judicial processes.
In response to the situation, RJD MLA Bhai Virendra expressed deep worry over the recurring bomb threats, labeling them as alarming. He suggested a potential larger conspiracy behind the threats and called for an impartial investigation. Urging swift identification and strict action against the culprits, he emphasized the detrimental impact of repeated threats on public trust and the rule of law.
