Delhi, December 26, 2024 : A series of bomb threats to the city’s schools, hospitals and airport, two mysterious explosions, and a surge in extortion calls targeting businesspersons put the Delhi Police through the wringer in 2024.
Gang rivalry also reared its ugly head as criminal factions clashed with each other throughout the year, resulting in several targeted killings with former Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal labelling Delhi the country’s “gangster capital”.
The bomb threat emails targeting various installations, including schools, hospitals, and airline companies, began in May of this year.
In December alone, more than 100 schools received bomb threats from unknown senders, who have yet to be identified, with all of them being declared hoaxes.
According to a police officer, the investigation into the bomb threat emails sent through virtual private networks has been a major “challenge” for the force.
He said the probe in the cases was still on and expressed hope that the culprits would be caught soon.
While the police struggled to achieve a breakthrough in these cases, two mysterious explosions in Rohini’s Prashant Vihar in October and November only added to their woes, as they toiled to determine the nature of the blasts.
Meanwhile, there was a significant increase in cases of extortion calls, along with shootings outside the residences of businesspersons, property dealers, car showrooms, and sweet and jewellery shops.
Summary: In 2024, Delhi Police faced significant challenges, including bomb threats, rising gang violence, and extortion, requiring enhanced security measures and investigations to maintain law and order.