In a chilling reminder of the growing threats to judicial institutions, both the Delhi High Court and the Bombay High Court faced bomb threats on Friday, sparking panic, mass evacuations, and heightened security operations. Authorities scrambled to safeguard judges, lawyers, staff, and visitors, while bomb detection squads scoured the premises for potential explosives.

Bomb Threat at Delhi High Court: Email Warns of Explosives After Midday Prayers

The Delhi High Court was evacuated on Friday afternoon after security personnel received an alarming email warning of multiple improvised explosive devices (IEDs) allegedly planted within the court premises. The threat message explicitly stated that a blast would take place shortly after midday Islamic prayers, raising immediate concerns and prompting a large-scale security response.

Details of the Threat Email

The threatening email was reportedly sent from an account linked to an individual identified as Kanimozhi Thevidiya. The message was laced with conspiratorial claims and violent warnings, suggesting a sinister plot to detonate explosives inside a judge’s chamber.

Key elements of the email included:

• Reference to Multiple IEDs: The message claimed that “3 IEDs” had been planted in the court premises.

• ISI Connection: It alleged ties between a man from the minority community, Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI) cells in Coimbatore, and a plan to “recreate the 1998 blasts.”

• Targeted Threats: The email shockingly claimed that political heirs were at risk, even naming Tamil Nadu minister Udhayanidhi Stalin’s son, who was allegedly threatened with an acid attack.

• Political Overtones: The sender accused so-called “pseudo-secularists” of corruption, suggesting that the attacks were part of a wider plan to reshape India’s political leadership.

• Incendiary Language: The writer claimed that the Delhi High Court blast would “clear the doubt of previous blufs,” suggesting past threats were only precursors to real action.

• Instructions for Contact: The message included details of a person who could allegedly provide information about IED locations and defusing codes.

Immediate Security Response

As soon as the email was flagged, the Delhi High Court administration and law enforcement agencies moved into action:

• The premises were swiftly evacuated, with judges, lawyers, staff, and litigants escorted out.

• A bomb detection and disposal squad (BDDS) was deployed to thoroughly inspect the court complex.

• Security forces cordoned off the entire area and suspended all judicial proceedings until the premises were declared safe.

The threatening language in the email and its specific mention of Friday prayers heightened concerns, as law enforcement agencies considered it a possible attempt to incite communal tensions in addition to targeting judicial institutions.

#WATCH | Mumbai, Maharashtra: Bombay High Court received a bomb threat.

A lawyer, Advocate Mangala Waghe says, "Bombay High Court received a bomb threat today. So, the court has been vacated...Police are investigating it..." pic.twitter.com/dns5nS9V8S— ANI (@ANI) September 12, 2025

Hours Later, Bombay High Court Also Receives Bomb Threat

Shockingly, just hours after the Delhi High Court scare, the Bombay High Court too received a bomb threat. This triggered a similar evacuation of the court premises in Mumbai, underlining the scale and seriousness of the threat to India’s judiciary on the same day.

According to Advocate Mangala Waghe, who was present in court during the incident, police instructed everyone to leave the building immediately. She shared that the order reportedly came directly from the Chief Justice’s office as a safety measure.

Immediate Security Response

Security teams wasted no time in taking the following steps:

• Complete evacuation of the historic court premises, including lawyers, staff, litigants, and visitors.

• Area cordoned off by Mumbai Police, ensuring no one entered until clearance was given.

• Bomb disposal teams deployed to inspect every section of the building for suspicious materials.

The bomb scare disrupted judicial proceedings for the entire day. Hearings were halted, and case-related activities were put on hold until investigators completed security checks.

While details about the exact nature of the threat remain undisclosed, investigators are tracing the origin of the message and working to establish whether it was connected to the Delhi High Court email. As of now, no suspicious items have been officially confirmed.

Authorities have urged the public to refrain from spreading unverified rumors on social media, emphasizing that misinformation could worsen panic.

#WATCH | Mumbai, Maharashtra: Bombay High Court received a bomb threat.

A lawyer says, "Police told us to go out and that there is a bomb threat rumour. They told us that this is an order of the Chief Justice." pic.twitter.com/xBkglWRphq— ANI (@ANI) September 12, 2025

Background: Why These Threats Are Alarming

Both the Delhi High Court and the Bombay High Court are critical pillars of India’s judicial system, handling thousands of cases daily and seeing a heavy footfall of lawyers, litigants, and the public. Threats to such institutions strike at the heart of India’s democracy and legal system.

• Delhi High Court has in the past been a target of attacks. In 2011, a bombing outside the court killed 15 people and injured over 70.

• Bombay High Court, one of India’s oldest judicial bodies, is not just a functional institution but also a heritage structure, making any threat there particularly concerning.

Ongoing Investigation and Public Advisory

Law enforcement agencies, including specialized counter-terrorism units, are now conducting a multi-city investigation to trace the individuals or groups behind these threats. Cyber experts are analyzing the email trail, while intelligence agencies are working to determine whether the threats are credible or part of a larger coordinated attempt to create chaos.

Authorities have issued a public advisory, asking citizens to:

• Remain vigilant but avoid panic.

• Report any suspicious activity or unattended items immediately to the police.

• Avoid sharing unverified claims on social media platforms.

The back-to-back bomb threats targeting the Delhi and Bombay High Courts on the same day underscore the heightened security risks facing India’s judiciary. While initial responses have ensured that no harm was done, the nature of the threatening email — its political undertones, references to past blasts, and explicit naming of individuals — has raised serious concerns for security agencies.

For now, investigations are underway, and both courts have resumed normalcy under enhanced security. The incidents serve as a stark reminder of the need for constant vigilance and robust protective measures to safeguard India’s institutions from such alarming threats.

With inputs from agencies

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