Pune: After Bomb Threats, PMC Bars Entry of Gift Boxes, Large Bags at Headquarters
Pune, 14th November 2026: The Pune Municipal Corporation (PMC) will permanently prohibit visitors from carrying gift boxes and large bags into its main headquarters as part of enhanced security measures following a series of bomb threats received by different civic departments over the past month.
Additional municipal commissioner Prajit Nair said the decision was being taken in view of the repeated threats and security concerns, as well as objections raised by social organisations.
The civic headquarters was searched by police on Thursday after another bomb threat was received through email. However, nothing suspicious was found during the inspection.
Nair said the civic body had temporarily prohibited the distribution of gifts inside its main building during Diwali. Following repeated bomb threat emails, the administration has now decided to make restrictions on gift boxes and large bags permanent.
Although searches following the threats have not revealed anything suspicious, the civic administration is treating the matter seriously as thousands of citizens visit the headquarters every day. Security arrangements are being strengthened, and officials will also keep a watch on visitors displaying suspicious behaviour.
Under the proposed restrictions, visitors carrying gift boxes or articles packed in large bags will not be allowed entry into the municipal headquarters.
