Delhi’s IGI Airport and several schools received bomb threat emails on Sunday. Police called the threats “non-specific” but launched an investigation. Experts warn frequent hoaxes risk straining resources.

New Delhi woke up to alarm on Sunday when the Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport received a bomb threat email around 6 a.m. Authorities quickly assessed the message and termed it a “non-specific” threat, ensuring that airport operations remained unaffected.

This was not an isolated incident. Several schools and institutions across the capital also reported receiving similar bomb threat emails the same day. Police confirmed that investigations are underway to trace the origin of these messages and assess any potential security breach. Earlier in the day, two Delhi schools had received hoax threats, compounding the sense of unease among parents and students.

While no actual danger was found, the repeated circulation of such hoax threats raises broader concerns. Security experts warn that these false alarms not only strain police resources but also create avoidable panic in public spaces. For Delhi residents, particularly parents, such incidents highlight the need for quicker verification protocols and stronger cyber monitoring to deter repeat offenders.

Opinion: The government and law enforcement must treat these digital threats with urgency. Cyber surveillance should be enhanced to track the source of emails, while public advisories can help curb panic until facts are verified. A city as densely populated as Delhi cannot afford repeated security scares disrupting its daily life.