Kerala Secretariat Faces Fake Bomb Threat

A bomb threat email sent to the Kerala secretariat on Tuesday morning prompted immediate action from law enforcement, involving thorough inspections by the police, bomb disposal units, and a dog squad. Despite the alarm, no explosive materials were discovered on site.

An official from the Cantonment police station confirmed the threat was fake after an extensive search. The email threat was addressed to the state protocol officer, causing initial concern and leading to partial staff evacuation within the secretariat.

Authorities are diligently investigating the email's origins to identify the source. This incident is part of a series of false bomb threats received by public institutions throughout the year, including district collectorates, airports, and courts.

(With inputs from agencies.)