Security agencies in Punjab are on high alert after receiving threats to blow up railway tracks. A warning has been issued advising passengers to avoid rail travel from June 18 to September 30, 2026. The authorities are closely monitoring all railway infrastructure to prevent any untoward incident.
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Who issued the threats and when
On June 17, 2026, the Ludhiana district administration and municipal corporation received an email from a group calling itself the Khalistan National Army. The message threatened to target government institutions and railway infrastructure. This is the third such threat in two months, following a similar warning on April 24, 2026, which targeted tracks from Ambala to Delhi and in Ludhiana, Amritsar, Bathinda, and Firozpur.
Recent blasts and security incidents
Several serious incidents have occurred recently on the Punjab rail network:
| Date | Location | Incident Detail |
|---|---|---|
| January 24, 2026 | Fatehgarh Sahib | Blast damaged a freight engine; KZF claimed responsibility |
| April 28, 2026 | Rajpura-Shambhu | Detonation attempt killed suspect Jagrup Singh |
Investigations into the Patiala blast revealed links to ISI and pro-Khalistani modules based in Malaysia and the USA.
What measures are being taken for safety
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Government Railway Police (GRP) have increased patrolling on tracks and tightened surveillance at stations. At the Golden Temple Model Station, scanner machines and door frame metal detectors are being operated 24/7. Additional SHO Jagdish Singh stated that joint teams are using CCTV cameras to monitor all activities and maintain strict vigilance in trains.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
पंजाब में रेल यात्रा के लिए क्या चेतावनी जारी की गई है?
सुरक्षा एजेंसियों ने 18 जून से 30 सितंबर 2026 तक पंजाब में रेल यात्रा से बचने की सलाह दी है।
हाल ही में किस संगठन ने धमकी भरा संदेश भेजा है?
17 जून 2026 को ‘खालिस्तान नेशनल आर्मी’ नामक संगठन ने लुधियाना प्रशासन को ईमेल भेजकर रेलवे ढांचे को निशाना बनाने की धमकी दी थी।