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High alert at HP HC over IED threat, search ends as false alarm

Shimla, June 9 (UNI) A major security scare gripped the Himachal Pradesh High Court on Monday after Shimla Police received an alleged threat warning about the possible presence of human suicide bombers carrying Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) within the court complex.
The alert prompted an immediate evacuation of the entire premises, including judges, court staff, advocates, and visitors. Superintendent of Police, Shimla, confirmed that the threat was received earlier in the day, triggering swift action.
DIG Southern Range Anjum Aara led the high-level security response, which included deployment of the Bomb Disposal Squad, Quick Reaction Teams (QRT), Dog Squad, and Special Operations personnel. The court complex and adjoining areas were put under complete lockdown as security personnel fanned out for an intensive sanitization and search operation.
Every room, corridor, chamber, and access point were methodically inspected for potential threats. The operation lasted nearly four hours but concluded without recovery of any suspicious item or explosive device.
“It appears to be a hoax, but we are not taking it lightly,” said a senior police official. “Investigations are underway to identify the source of this threat.”
Police have assured that the situation is now under control and that normal functioning of the High Court will resume in a phased and secure manner.
Authorities have urged the public to remain calm but vigilant and report any suspicious activity or object to law enforcement agencies without delay.
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