E-mail threatens to ‘blow up’ Golden Temple; authorities beef up security

Reacting to the threat, SGPC’s internal task force has been placed on high alert, along with Punjab Police personnel deployed around the shrine.

“Security at the Darbar Sahib has been tightened. The task force has been given special instructions to screen suspicious individuals, to prevent any untoward incident,” Manan said, confirming that a complaint has been lodged with the Police Commissioner and the E-Division police station in Amritsar. The origin of the email is being investigated.

Asserting “precautionary measures” are in place, Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar said: “We are investigating the case. The cyber crime probe has begun, and we will crack this case soon.”

More than one lakh devotees visit the Golden Temple every day, an SGPC official said.

Meanwhile, Amritsar MP Gurjeet Singh Aujla sought immediate action in the matter. “This is not just a threat to a religious site. It is an attack on peace, faith & humanity…I urge CM Bhagwant Mann and DGP Gaurav Yadav to take immediate and strong action. This is a sacred place of worship visited by lakhs of devotees and tourists daily. Security must not be compromised. All departments must remain on high alert. We cannot afford any lapse in intelligence or protection. We stand united to protect our heritage,” Aujla said.