In a concerning turn of events, the Mumbai police received a terror threat email on Thursday night, which sent shockwaves through security agencies. The email threatened to blow up Prime Minister Narendra Modi and targeted the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad, the venue for several ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup matches.
The email that landed in the inbox of the Mumbai police on that fateful night was alarming. It not only conveyed a threat to the life of Prime Minister Narendra Modi but also extended its ominous reach to the Narendra Modi stadium in Ahmedabad. The email came with a chilling demand for a ransom of Rs 500 crore and the release of the notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi.
The demand for Lawrence Bishnoi’s release is particularly perplexing. Currently incarcerated in Mandoli Jail, Delhi, Bishnoi is no stranger to controversy. His inclusion in this threat raises questions about the motives behind this email and the potential implications if the demands are unmet.
What adds to the complexity of this situation is the email’s origin. According to the police, the initial threat email was sent to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and appeared to originate from Europe. The NIA swiftly alerted the Mumbai police about the gravity of the situation, igniting a nationwide security response.
In the face of this looming threat, the police have been vigilant and cautious. A police official stated, “We received the email from the NIA, which has also alerted other relevant agencies. We are working to trace the email’s source, which originated in Europe. While it may be a hoax or the work of someone in a foreign country playing mischief, we are actively pursuing the sender. We will review and enhance the security for all cricket matches as needed.”
The email sent to the NIA carried a message that sent shivers down the spine: “We will blow up Narendra Modi and the Narendra Modi Stadium as well if the government fails to pay us ₹500 crore and release Lawrence Bishnoi. Everything is for sale in Hindustan, and we’ve acquired something too. Regardless of the level of security, you won’t be safe from us. If you wish to communicate, do so via this email.”
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Notably, this threat email follows earlier threats made by Khalistani leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun regarding the World Cup matches. Pannun had previously vowed to seek retribution for the assassination of Shaheed Nijar three weeks earlier. The presence of multiple threats adds a layer of complexity to the situation and demands a comprehensive security response.
The terror threat email received by the Mumbai police is a stark reminder of the challenges that security agencies face in an increasingly interconnected world. As authorities diligently work to trace the source of the email and enhance security measures, the safety of the Prime Minister and the cricketing events hangs in the balance. The situation underscores the critical need for unwavering vigilance and collaboration among law enforcement agencies to safeguard the nation against threats from within or beyond its borders.
