Chandigarh, Jan 28: The Chandigarh Administration issued a comprehensive safety advisory on Wednesday, calling for composure within educational institutions following a series of hoax bomb threats.
The directive comes after several schools underwent emergency evacuations, prompting officials to outline specific procedures to manage such incidents without triggering public alarm.
According to the administration, school leaders must maintain regular academic schedules while remaining vigilant. The advisory suggests that shutting down operations or declaring holidays prematurely can create unnecessary anxiety for families and the community. Instead, schools are expected to lean on verified information provided by security agencies.
“The cooperation between schools and law enforcement is crucial in preventing panic and maintaining order,” a senior official stated.
The protocol dictates that any threatening communication, whether via email or phone, must be reported to the police immediately. This allows security experts to assess the validity of the threat and implement safety measures without disrupting the peace.
Authorities noted that security agencies are fully equipped to handle these assessments quickly.
School authorities have also been advised to refrain from sharing unverified details. By following official instructions, the administration noted that schools can ensure a secure environment while avoiding the pitfalls of false alarms.
