West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose was targeted with a serious death threat late on Thursday, sending security agencies into a high-alert mode. The threat was delivered via an email containing alarming content.
Details of the Threatening Email
According to a report by ANI, the anonymous perpetrator sent an email directly threatening the Governor's life. The message explicitly stated, 'Will Blast Him', indicating a potential explosive attack. The email arrived late on Thursday night, prompting immediate action from the security detail assigned to protect the constitutional head of the state.
Immediate Security Response and High-Level Briefing
In response to the direct threat, the security cover for Governor CV Ananda Bose has been significantly and immediately enhanced. The state police are now working in a joint operation with armed CRPF jawans to form a fortified security cordon around the Governor.
The gravity of the situation warranted a top-level briefing. The matter has been formally brought to the notice of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, keeping the central government's home ministry in the loop regarding the security breach and the countermeasures taken.
Midnight Conclave of Security Forces
A high-priority meeting was convened in the dead of night to reassess and ramp up the security protocol. An officer on Special Duty to the Governor confirmed that a midnight conclave of all security forces in charge of the Governor's safety was held. This urgent gathering aimed to coordinate efforts between different agencies and plug any potential security gaps.
Ongoing Investigation and Heightened Vigilance
This remains a developing story, with investigations underway to trace the origin of the threatening email and identify the individual or group behind it. The security apparatus around the Raj Bhavan and the Governor's movements has been put on maximum alert. Authorities are treating this threat with utmost seriousness, given the high-profile stature of the target.
Further updates are awaited as law enforcement agencies delve deeper into the cyber trail and physical intelligence to neutralize the threat. The incident underscores the volatile security challenges faced by public figures in the current climate.
