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Crime
Bomb Threat Received Against Four Banks in Chandigarh
✍️ Amar Ujala · Punjab
🗓 12 Nov 2026, 04:15 PM
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Police in Chandigarh have received a bomb threat targeting four local banks, prompting heightened security and a probe into the source of the warning.
Chandigarh police reported receiving a credible bomb threat aimed at four banking institutions in the city. The warning was conveyed through an anonymous call, prompting immediate lockdown of the affected branches and deployment of bomb disposal squads.
Security forces have cordoned off the premises, evacuated customers and staff, and are conducting a thorough sweep for any explosive devices. No suspicious items have been found so far, and there have been no reports of injuries.
The investigation is being led by the city’s crime unit, which is tracing the origin of the call and coordinating with intelligence agencies. Authorities have urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with security measures while the probe continues.
Bank officials confirmed that normal operations will resume once the area is declared safe. The police have appealed for any information that could help identify the perpetrator.
Security forces have cordoned off the premises, evacuated customers and staff, and are conducting a thorough sweep for any explosive devices. No suspicious items have been found so far, and there have been no reports of injuries.
The investigation is being led by the city’s crime unit, which is tracing the origin of the call and coordinating with intelligence agencies. Authorities have urged the public to remain calm and cooperate with security measures while the probe continues.
Bank officials confirmed that normal operations will resume once the area is declared safe. The police have appealed for any information that could help identify the perpetrator.