A bomb threat email received by the Bombay High Court on Friday, November 6, triggered a security alert across Mumbai after several prominent locations, including the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), Worli Racecourse and Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan’s residence Jalsa, were reportedly named in the message. Mumbai Police and other security agencies have launched an investigation to identify the sender and assess the credibility of the threat.
The email reportedly warned of bomb blasts at four prominent locations in the city, raising concerns about security at important judicial, financial and public establishments. The Bombay High Court, one of Maharashtra’s most significant judicial institutions, was among the primary locations mentioned in the threatening message.
Security Agencies Conduct Thorough Checks
Following the receipt of the email, security agencies immediately initiated precautionary measures at the Bombay High Court. According to reports, the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS), accompanied by police personnel and sniffer dogs, conducted an extensive inspection of the court premises.
The security operation covered different sections of the complex to identify any potentially suspicious objects or explosive materials. No suspicious object was reportedly discovered during the inspection of the High Court premises.
Despite the initial findings, authorities have maintained heightened vigilance while investigating the origin and authenticity of the threatening message. Police officials are examining the email and attempting to establish the identity of the person or individuals responsible for sending it.
BSE, Worli Racecourse and Jalsa Also Mentioned
The threat became particularly concerning because the email reportedly extended beyond the High Court and named three other prominent Mumbai locations.
The Bombay Stock Exchange, located at Dalal Street, was among the establishments mentioned in the message. As one of India’s most important financial institutions, the BSE plays a significant role in the country’s capital markets and financial ecosystem.
Worli Racecourse was another location reportedly identified in the email. The venue has recently attracted attention because of its association with major public events, including the upcoming concert by Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh scheduled for November 27.
The message also reportedly named Jalsa, the Juhu residence of Bollywood superstar Amitabh Bachchan. According to police-related reports, security checks were conducted at the actor’s residence, with no suspicious material reportedly discovered during the searches.
Authorities have not publicly established whether the threats against all the locations originated from the same individual or whether the email was connected to earlier incidents.
Repeated Threat Emails Raise Security Concerns
The latest incident comes amid a series of threatening emails targeting important institutions and prominent locations across Maharashtra in recent months.
On November 2, several district courts across Maharashtra, including those in Thane, Pune, Hingoli and Beed, reportedly received bomb threat emails. The messages triggered security operations, with police teams conducting inspections and precautionary evacuations at certain premises. No explosives were reportedly recovered during those searches.
Earlier, on October 23, the office of Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde had received another threatening email that reportedly mentioned Amitabh Bachchan’s residence and other locations in Mumbai.
The repeated incidents have increased concerns among security agencies about the possibility of coordinated threat campaigns targeting public institutions, government establishments and high-profile individuals.
Police Investigation Underway
Mumbai Police are currently investigating the latest email to determine its origin, trace the sender and establish whether the threat represents an actual security risk. Cyber investigation teams are expected to examine the digital trail associated with the message as part of the investigation.
Authorities have not confirmed any arrests or publicly identified a suspect in connection with the November 6 threat.
While preliminary searches have not reported any suspicious objects at the locations inspected, security agencies continue to treat such communications seriously. The investigation will focus on determining whether the latest email is connected to previous threats or represents an independent attempt to create panic across Mumbai.
