Bomb Threat Causes Panic at Mau Railway Station in Uttar Pradesh

Panic Erupts at Mau Railway Station

On Monday, a bomb threat at the Mau railway station in Uttar Pradesh led to widespread panic. Authorities received information about an explosive device on the 15018 down train traveling from Gorakhpur to Lokmanya Tilak Terminus in Mumbai. In response to the alert, security agencies heightened their readiness, creating a tense atmosphere throughout the station. Immediate measures were taken to ensure the safety of passengers.

Police and Security Teams Respond

Superintendent of Police Ilmaran and Additional Superintendent of Police Anup Kumar arrived at the station with their teams. Inspector Anil Kumar Singh coordinated with GRP and RPF personnel to promptly evacuate the train and relocate passengers to safe areas. Subsequently, a bomb disposal squad was summoned to conduct a thorough inspection of the train.

Comprehensive Search of Train and Platform

According to officials, every compartment of the 15018 train is undergoing a meticulous search. To prevent any movement, the platform and surrounding areas have been secured. The sudden evacuation caused anxiety among passengers; however, the administration continuously urged people to remain calm and follow instructions through announcements. Security agencies remain on high alert, and the train will only be allowed to depart once the investigation is complete and the area is declared safe.

Bomb Threat Emails Received by Schools in Noida

Earlier, on December 19, several schools in Noida received emails threatening bomb attacks, which were later determined to be hoaxes, according to police reports. Additional Police Commissioner (Gautam Buddh Nagar) Rajiv Narayan Mishra informed reporters that some schools in Noida had received threats regarding bomb attacks on their premises.

Thorough Investigations Conducted

Mishra stated, "Upon receiving the information, senior police officials collaborated with local police teams, bomb disposal units, dog squads, and anti-sabotage units to conduct thorough investigations of the schools." He further noted that security teams also carried out search operations in nearby areas, including adjacent metro stations, markets, and other crowded locations as a precaution.