Cyber Awareness
Bomb Threat Email Targets Bombay High Court, Stock Exchange, Racecourse and Amitabh Bachchan’s Home
A bomb threat email sent to the Bombay High Court also warned of attacks on the Bombay Stock Exchange, Mahalaxmi Racecourse and actor Amitabh Bachchan’s residence, Jalsa, prompting a security alert in Mumbai, NDTV reported. Police and security agencies are investigating the email to identify the sender. Bachchan had received a similar threat email earlier on October 23. The message, which was also sent to Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde and Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadi, warned of a grenade attack at a school on October 31 and threatened to target the actor’s Juhu residence between October 31 and November 27. The email also threatened an attack during singer Diljit Dosanjh’s November 27 concert in the Mahalaxmi Racecourse area. Following the threat, the 84‑year‑old actor altered his customary Sunday interaction with fans outside his residence. Bachchan greeted the gathering from behind a transparent bullet‑proof enclosure installed on an elevated platform. His son, actor Abhishek Bachchan, and several security personnel were also present as he waved to fans from behind the protective glass.
Frequently asked questions
Which locations were threatened in the bomb threat email?
The email warned of attacks on the Bombay High Court, Bombay Stock Exchange, Mahalaxmi Racecourse, and Amitabh Bachchan’s residence Jalsa.
Who else received the bomb threat email besides the Bombay High Court?
The email was also sent to Mumbai Mayor Ritu Tawde and Deputy Mayor Sanjay Ghadi.
What measures did Amitabh Bachchan take after receiving the threat?
He altered his customary Sunday interaction with fans, greeting them from behind a transparent bullet‑proof enclosure on an elevated platform, with his son Abhishek Bachchan and security personnel present.