Gonda: A bomb threat against the 12565 Bihar Sampark Kranti Express, traveling from Darbhanga to New Delhi, caused panic among passengers and security personnel in Gonda, Uttar Pradesh, on Friday evening.
The train was halted at Gonda station, where all coaches, the engine, and the guard's compartment were thoroughly checked in response to the alert.
Inspector statement
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Inspector Narendra Pal Singh in Gonda, said, "The Government Railway Police (GRP), Railway Protection Force (RPF), and local police conducted a thorough investigation in collaboration with railway officials and a magistrate.
A dog squad team searched every corner of the station, and everything was checked.
However, the bomb threat turned out to be a false alarm, but the train had to be stopped for about two hours, causing significant distress to the passengers."
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Rumours bomb threat
The bomb threat comes amid a wave of similar rumours circulating at airports, railway stations, and other crowded places across the country.
The sudden scare caused panic at Gonda railway station, turning it into a secure zone for a period. After an extensive search revealed no threats, officials were relieved and allowed the train to depart after 2 hours. (with Agency inputs)
