Nagpur: A chilling drone attack threat targeting major power infrastructure has triggered a massive security clampdown across Vidarbha, with authorities placing four critical thermal power stations on high alert.
The threat, received via email, specifically named the Koradi Thermal Power Station, along with facilities at Khaparkheda Thermal Power Station, Chandrapur Super Thermal Power Station, and Paras Thermal Power Station. The sender allegedly warned of drone strikes carrying cyanide or other lethal gas-based explosives.
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Confirming the development, Nagpur Deputy Commissioner of Police Sandeep Pakhale stated that the threat was received through a common email ID and the identity of the sender remains under investigation. “The timing of the attack has not been specified, but security has been significantly enhanced as a precaution,” he said.
Massive search, no threat found
In response, security agencies launched an extensive five-hour combing operation at Koradi and Khaparkheda plants. Teams from the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDDS), Dog Squad, and Quick Response Team (QRT) conducted a thorough sweep of the premises and surrounding areas. Officials later confirmed that no suspicious objects or activity were detected during the operation.
Cyber probe deepens
Preliminary inputs suggest the email may have originated from Tamil Nadu. However, investigators from the Cyber Police are probing the possibility of IP spoofing or masking, raising concerns that the origin could have been deliberately concealed to mislead authorities.
Airspace locked down
Following the threat, strict restrictions have been imposed on drone activity in and around all four installations. Senior Security Manager Devendra Rathod confirmed that a high alert has been declared at Koradi, with additional layers of surveillance and security deployment activated.
While no immediate danger has been detected, officials are treating the threat with utmost seriousness, given the strategic importance of these power stations. The investigation is ongoing, and security agencies remain on heightened vigil to prevent any untoward incident.
