Ambala: A wave of panic gripped Ambala on Monday morning (January 19, 2026) as three prominent schools received bomb threats via email. The local administration immediately swung into action, evacuating students and deploying bomb disposal squads to the affected campuses.
After hours of intense checking, the Ambala Police have officially declared the threats a hoax.
Confirmed Targets
Police have verified that the threatening emails were sent to the following institutions:
- Riverside DAV Public School (Ambala Cantt)
- Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1 (Ambala Cantt)
- S.A. Jain Model Senior Secondary School (Ambala City)
Principal’s Statement: Seema Dutt, Principal of Riverside DAV, stated, “We informed the police immediately after receiving an anonymous email claiming explosives were planted. Police personnel arrived promptly, and we initiated a phased dispersal of students to ensure safety.”
Police Action & Status
Following extensive searches by the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS) and dog squads, authorities have confirmed that no explosives were found.
Official Status: “Thorough searches were conducted at all three reported locations. We have sanitized the premises and nothing suspicious was found. It appears to be a hoax designed to create panic,” stated Ambala Police officials.
Investigation Underway
Cyber crime units are currently tracking the IP addresses to identify the sender. Police are also probing if the threats are an attempt to create unrest ahead of the Republic Day celebrations (January 26), though no specific group has been officially named yet.
Key Highlights:
- Schools Targeted: Riverside DAV, KV No. 1, S.A. Jain Model.
- Police Verdict: Hoax; No explosives found.
- Context: Threats likely aimed at creating panic before Republic Day.
- Current Status: Situation normal; schools expected to open tomorrow (subject to management decision).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
A: The threats were specifically directed at Riverside DAV Public School, Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 1, and S.A. Jain Model Senior Secondary School.
A: As of now, the police have declared the premises safe. However, parents are advised to check official messages from their respective school apps for confirmation on Tuesday’s schedule.
A: No. Police teams confirmed that the premises have been sanitized and the threats were hoaxes.
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- Reported by: KittoNews City Desk | Edited by: Senior Desk
- Source Transparency: Quotes sourced from Ambala Police officials and School Administration statements (Jan 19, 2026).
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