Fortis Hospital in Mohali on high alert after bomb threat email warns CM Bhagwant Mann of ‘fate similar to Beant’

Mann was admitted to the hospital for the second time, after returning from a rally in Moga on Monday.

Authorities clarified that there are no plans to shift Mann, and both Mohali police and the CM’s security team remain fully alert. Officials also noted that similar emails received on February 11 were later declared hoaxes. However, taking no chances, security agencies are strictly enforcing all safety protocols.

The bomb threat email triggered panic on Tuesday, prompting swift action by Mohali police and security agencies. The hospital premises were placed under heavy security, and anti-sabotage teams conducted an extensive search. As a precaution, non-essential hospital services were temporarily suspended.

Mohali Superintendent of Police Dilpreet Singh told the media that the pattern of the threat email is similar to the messages received earlier this month. He confirmed that five anti-sabotage teams were deployed immediately.

Besides Fortis Hospital, nearly 16 schools in Mohali also received similar threat emails on Tuesday, prompting heightened vigilance and security checks across educational institutions.

Police officials stated that earlier threat emails were sent from “spoofed” sources, with IP addresses traced to the United States and recovery emails originating from Bangladesh. Initial investigations suggest that the latest email may also have been sent using spoofing techniques through browsers to conceal the sender’s identity.

Police further said that such emails often include names of organisations to appear credible, but previous investigations have found them to be false. A detailed probe is underway to identify the sender and ensure the safety of the chief minister, students, hospital staff, and the general public, officials said.