Bomb Threats Rattle Indian Cricket Stadiums Amid Tensions

The Sawai Man Singh stadium in Jaipur received a bomb threat ahead of a Rajasthan Royals IPL match. Security measures were swiftly initiated, but nothing suspicious was discovered. Similar threats had been made previously to Kolkata's Eden Gardens, coinciding with military actions by Indian forces dubbed 'Operation Sindoor.'

The Sawai Man Singh stadium in Jaipur was evacuated following a bomb threat email, claimed to be linked to 'Operation Sindoor'. Officials, including Rajasthan Sports Council president Neeraj K Pawan, took swift action upon receiving the ominous warning, allegedly aimed at disrupting an upcoming IPL match.

Authorities quickly mobilized police forces, the Quick Response Team, and bomb disposal units to secure the venue. Despite thorough inspections, no suspicious devices were found, according to Additional Police Commissioner Kunwar Rashtradeep. Efforts to trace the sender of the threat continue with the cyber unit's involvement.

The bomb threat mirrored a similar scare at Kolkata's iconic Eden Gardens, timed with Indian military operations against terror targets following an attack in Pahalgam. The connection to 'Operation Sindoor' creates heightened tension, casting a shadow over the IPL season in India.

(With inputs from agencies.)