SSKM Hospital Receives False Bomb Threat Kolkata’s SSKM Hospital was put on high alert on Tuesday, 14th February, after it received a false bomb threat. At approximately 12:45 PM, the hospital’s control room received a phone call from an unidentified caller claiming the presence of a bomb inside the hospital premises. The hospital administration immediately notified the police and the bomb disposal squad. A thorough search of the entire complex was conducted, but no suspicious objects or explosives were detected. “We took the threat very seriously,” said Dr. Indranil Biswas, superintendent of SSKM Hospital. “We evacuated patients and staff from the potentially affected areas and deployed our security personnel to maintain order.” The hospital operations were temporarily suspended while the search was underway. However, normal services resumed shortly after the all-clear signal was given by the authorities. Police are investigating the source of the false threat and are attempting to identify the caller. “We are treating this as a serious incident and will take strict action against anyone found responsible for causing panic,” said a senior police officer. The timely response and efficient coordination between the hospital staff, police, and bomb disposal squad ensured the safety of patients, staff, and visitors at SSKM Hospital.Bomb Threats Hoax Hits Kolkata and Educational Institutions
Bomb Threats Hoax Hits Kolkata and Educational Institutions On Tuesday, panic gripped Kolkata’s SSKM Hospital and several educational institutions as bomb threat emails were received. SSKM Hospital’s director received an email from an unknown organization called “KNR” threatening a bomb planted in the academic building. The Bhowanipore police and the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) responded promptly but found nothing suspicious. Similar emails were also sent to various educational institutions both in and outside Bengal. However, thorough investigations revealed that all threats were hoaxes. The Kolkata Police has launched an investigation and is attempting to trace the Internet Protocol (IP) address to locate the culprit. It is believed that a gang may be responsible for these emails, which have been reported in other parts of the country. Earlier this year, hoax bomb threats were received at the Indian Museum and Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport. Similar emails have been circulating across India, causing widespread alarm. Authorities and citizens are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity or communication.
SSKM Hospital Receives False Bomb Threat Kolkata, West Bengal – The SSKM Hospital in Kolkata received a hoax bomb threat on Wednesday, triggering panic among patients and staff. According to police sources, an anonymous call was made to the hospital’s landline around 11:30 AM, claiming that a bomb had been planted on the premises. The hospital administration immediately alerted the police, who rushed to the scene with bomb disposal squads. A thorough search of the hospital building and surrounding areas was conducted, but no suspicious devices were found. The threat turned out to be a hoax, and the hospital was declared safe after around two hours of search operations. Patients and staff expressed relief and thanked the police for their prompt action. The hospital authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or threats. An investigation has been launched to trace the caller and determine the motive behind the false threat.
