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Delhi Assembly Defies Bomb Threat, Session Continues Amid Tight Security

Delhi Assembly Deputy Speaker Mohan Singh Bisht declared the session would continue despite a threatening email warning of a possible bombing. BJP MLAs reassured the public, calling the threat a hoax and emphasizing safety. Security was drastically increased with bomb disposal teams, police deployments, and sniffer dog squads sweeping the premises. The threatening email also named several high-profile leaders, including the Lieutenant Governor and the Prime Minister, prompting an ongoing investigation.

Key Points: Delhi Assembly Continues Session Despite Bomb Threat Email

  • Bomb threat email sent to Delhi Assembly
  • Session continues with heightened security
  • Threat deemed a hoax by BJP MLAs
  • Investigations and sniffer dogs deployed
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"We will not be afraid of threats; session will go on," says Delhi Assembly Deputy Speaker Mohan Singh Bisht on bomb threat

Delhi Assembly session proceeds after a bomb threat email. Deputy Speaker vows not to be afraid, security tightened. Investigation ongoing.

"We will not be afraid of the threats; the session will go on. - Mohan Singh Bisht"

New Delhi, March 24

Delhi Assembly Deputy Speaker Mohan Singh Bisht on Tuesday assured that the session will continue despite a threatening email warning of a possible bombing at the Assembly premises.

"Only crazy people give such threats. We should not take it lightly, and the security will be very tight since this is an Assembly session. We will not be afraid of the threats; the session will go on," Bisht said.

BJP MLA Karnail Singh also reassured the public, stating, "Everything is safe and secure, there is no reason to worry."

"It was a hoax. Everything is safe, we are going for the meeting," said BJP MLA Anil Goyal.

Furthermore, BJP MLA Harish Khurana said that they won't be scared of such threats, and the development work of Delhi is ongoing.

"We will not get scared, this is a BJP government, committed to development. We introduced a budget of Rs 1 lakh crore, and the development work of Delhi is ongoing. I believe the last record will be broken and the budget will be even bigger this time," he told ANI.

Meanwhile, Chief Minister Rekha Gupta arrived at the Assembly with her cabinet ministers to present the Delhi Budget.

Following the emails, a thorough security check of the Vidhan Sabha was conducted by the Bomb Detection and Disposal Teams (BDTs) of Security and the North District, with no suspicious items found, officials said.

Additional police arrangements have been deployed to safeguard the Assembly and surrounding areas, including the nearby Vidhan Sabha Metro Station, which also received a similar threat.

The threatening emails mentioned several high-profile leaders, including Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Sandhu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, CM Rekha Gupta, and Cabinet Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa.

Security agencies are continuing investigations to trace the source of the emails. Sniffer dog squads have been deployed at the Assembly premises to enhance safety measures, and officers remain on high alert during the session.

- ANI

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Priya S
While I appreciate the brave statements, I hope this isn't just political posturing. The safety of everyone in that building is paramount. The investigation must be thorough and swift to find who is behind this.
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Rohit P
This is becoming too common. Hoax or not, it wastes precious security resources and creates panic. The culprits, when caught, should face the strictest punishment. Our police and BDDS teams are doing great work.
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Sarah B
It's reassuring to see leaders from different parties united in their response. The focus should remain on the budget and development work for Delhi, not on these distractions. Stay strong!
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Karthik V
The threat to the metro station is especially worrying. That's where common people are. Glad additional arrangements are in place. Hope they trace the email source soon. Jai Hind!
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Nikhil C
Respectfully, the comment "this is a BJP government, committed to development" felt a bit out of place in a security discussion. The right response is to assure safety for all, regardless of party. The session continuing is the correct message.

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