On the evening of May 21, 2025, Pune Police’s control room received an anonymous phone call claiming that bombs had been planted at three major locations in the city. The caller threatened that these places would be blown up, sending shockwaves through the police force and the general public.
Police teams, bomb detection squads, and sniffer dogs were immediately dispatched to the mentioned sites. The areas were cordoned off, and thorough searches were conducted to ensure the safety of citizens. To prevent panic and ensure smooth operations, traffic was diverted away from the affected zones.
As the police combed through the locations and found no explosives, attention quickly turned to tracing the origin of the call. Using advanced call tracing technology and surveillance footage, investigators were able to identify and apprehend the accused within hours.
The person behind the call was revealed to be a local youth with a history of prank calls and minor offenses.Initial interrogation suggests the accused made the threat as a prank, not fully realizing the gravity and potential consequences of such an act. The accused reportedly acted alone and had no links to any extremist or criminal organizations, according to preliminary findings.
Pune Police have assured that strict action will be taken under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including those related to public mischief and causing panic. Citizens have expressed anger and concern over the misuse of emergency services and the unnecessary fear caused by such hoaxes. Law enforcement agencies are planning to launch awareness drives highlighting the seriousness of making false threats and the legal consequences involved.
