Was There Really a Bomb Threat at the Israeli Consulate in Bengaluru?
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Synopsis
A bomb threat at the Israeli consulate in Bengaluru raised alarm, but it was later determined to be a hoax. The Karnataka Police are investigating the source of the threat to ensure public safety. Stay tuned to find out more about the ongoing investigation and the implications of such threats.
Key Takeaways
- Hoax bomb threats can cause significant public concern.
- The Karnataka Police acted swiftly to investigate the threat.
- Cybersecurity measures are crucial in preventing such incidents.
- Public awareness and vigilance remain essential for community safety.
- Authorities are taking these threats seriously, even if they turn out to be false.
Bengaluru, Oct 4 (NationPress) The Israeli consulate in Bengaluru recently encountered a bomb threat that was later confirmed to be a hoax. An investigation is currently in progress, as reported by the Karnataka Police on Saturday.
Consulate officials filed a police complaint regarding this incident on September 22.
The FIR indicates that on September 19, at approximately 3:10 a.m., an email threatening a bomb was sent from cho_ramaswamy@hotmail.com to the official legal email of the Israel Consulate, consular2@bangalore.mfa.gov.il, by an individual who identified himself as Thuglak Cho Ramaswamy.
The threatening message claimed: "Six RDX IEDs planted in the Israel Consulate Bengaluru, blasts will occur after Friday Islamic prayers." However, the consulate did not become aware of the email until September 22 at 9 a.m.
The Cubbon Park Police registered the FIR under Section 66(C) of the Information Technology Act and Sections 351(4) (criminal intimidation through anonymous communication) and 353(1)(b) (public mischief) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Authorities conducted an immediate search operation, confirming the email threat was a hoax. They have filed an FIR against an unidentified individual, and the investigation is ongoing to trace the IP address and identify the sender.
Separately, on September 6, the Airport Police also registered a case against an unknown person for sending a fraudulent email to the manager of Kempegowda International Airport, threatening to detonate explosives there.
Upon a complaint made by Ruban Raj, the Deputy Terminal Manager of Terminal 2 at Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), the police opened an FIR against the email user identified as thozhar_leelavathy@outlook.com, charging the individual under section 125 (endangering human life), 351(4) (criminal intimidation), and 353(1) (public mischief) of the BNS for further inquiry.
Point of View
I emphasize the need for vigilance and thorough investigation into such serious threats, even if they prove to be hoaxes. The response from the Karnataka Police is commendable, ensuring public safety and trust. The rise in such incidents calls for a robust approach to cybersecurity and community awareness.
NationPress
04/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the bomb threat about?
The bomb threat claimed that six RDX IEDs were planted in the Israeli consulate, set to explode after Friday Islamic prayers.
Who sent the bomb threat email?
The email was sent by a user identifying themselves as Thuglak Cho Ramaswamy from the email address cho_ramaswamy@hotmail.com.
Was the bomb threat real?
No, after a thorough investigation, the Karnataka Police confirmed that the bomb threat was a hoax.
What actions did the police take?
The police registered an FIR and conducted a search operation, confirming the email threat was not credible.
Are there other similar incidents?
Yes, a separate hoax email was sent to the manager of Kempegowda International Airport, threatening to blow it up.
