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Maha: Bomb threat sparks security alert at Mumbai's CSMT; extensive searches yield no suspicious object

Mumbai, Nov 15 (UNI) An alleged bomb threat targeting Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CSMT) today prompted a major security response, with multiple agencies conducting extensive searches across the station premises even as train operations continued largely without disruption.
The threat, received in afternoon, led to the deployment of Mumbai Police, Government Railway Police (GRP), Railway Protection Force (RPF), Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS), dog squad and Quick Response Teams.
Senior police officers also reached the station to oversee the security operation.
Security personnel carried out searches across platforms, foot overbridges, waiting areas, ticket booking counters, parcel sections, parking facilities and other parts of the heritage railway terminus.
Coaches of trains stationed at CSMT were also inspected, while luggage and unattended articles were subjected to checks. Personnel examined dustbins, benches and other areas as part of the precautionary exercise.
Announcements were made asking passengers to remain calm, maintain vigilance and alert security personnel about any unattended baggage or suspicious objects.
According to sources, no explosive material or suspicious object had been detected till the filing of this report. However, the search operation was continuing.
The security alert was extended to other major railway stations in Mumbai, including Dadar, Lokmanya Tilak Terminus and Mumbai Central. Surveillance, passenger screening and frisking were stepped up at station's entry points.
Meanwhile, police have initiated efforts to identify the origin of the threat. The Cyber Cell is assisting in the investigation to establish whether it was conveyed through a telephone call, electronic message or email.
Officials said appropriate action would follow if the threat was found to be a deliberate hoax intended to create panic.
Despite the heightened security arrangements, suburban and long-distance train services at CSMT remained largely operational. Some trains underwent additional security checks, resulting in minor delays.
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