Chandigarh: Panic gripped Chandigarh on Monday, April 13, 2026, following a fresh wave of bomb threat emails targeting several high-profile locations, including the Regional Passport Office. The threatening messages, received via email, warned of imminent explosions at the Passport Office in Sector 34, the Industrial Area facility, and other sensitive government establishments. This incident follows a series of similar hoax threats that have targeted educational institutions and government buildings in the city over the past few weeks.
Upon receiving the information, Chandigarh Police immediately activated their emergency protocols, dispatching bomb disposal squads, dog units, and rapid response teams to the identified sites. The Passport Office and surrounding buildings were evacuated as a precautionary measure, with security personnel conducting a thorough “search and sanitization” operation. While no suspicious objects have been found so far, the constant barrage of threat emails has kept security agencies on high alert and caused significant disruption to public services.
Preliminary investigations by the cyber cell suggest that the emails may be part of a coordinated hoax campaign similar to those seen earlier this month involving city schools and the Mayor’s office. Authorities are currently working to trace the digital footprint and origin of the sender. Police have urged the public to remain calm but vigilant, ensuring that all standard operating procedures are being followed to maintain safety across the Union Territory.
