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- He hinted that the threat may have originated from “mischievous elements” referencing incidents in South India, suggesting a possible attempt to create panic rather than a genuine terror plot.
- The SGPC immediately alerted the police, prompting a massive security response in and around the revered complex.
- The Golden Temple, also known as Harmandir Sahib, draws thousands of pilgrims daily, making security a top priority for authorities, especially in light of recent threats to religious places across the country.
Tension gripped the holy city on Monday after the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) received an email threatening to blow up the Golden Temple, Sikhism’s holiest shrine.
The SGPC immediately alerted the police, prompting a massive security response in and around the revered complex. Bomb disposal squads, anti-sabotage teams, and additional security personnel have been deployed to ensure the safety of devotees and the shrine.
Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar confirmed the threat and assured the public that every precaution is being taken. “We are leaving nothing to chance. Cybercrime experts and other investigating agencies are working together to trace the source of the email, and we are confident of cracking the case soon,” Bhullar said.
He hinted that the threat may have originated from “mischievous elements” referencing incidents in South India, suggesting a possible attempt to create panic rather than a genuine terror plot.
SGPC manager Bhagwant Singh stated that the threatening email was received by the committee’s Internet department and immediately forwarded to the authorities. “The SGPC has intensified security measures within the temple complex, and the police have strengthened arrangements outside. We are closely monitoring every movement inside the shrine,” he said.
Despite the alarming development, the Golden Temple remains open to devotees, with police urging people to remain calm while cooperating with security checks.
The Golden Temple, also known as Harmandir Sahib, draws thousands of pilgrims daily, making security a top priority for authorities, especially in light of recent threats to religious places across the country.
