Supreme Court Bans Mobile Photos and Videos in High-Security Zone After Bomb Scare
In a move to boost security, India’s Supreme Court has banned the use of mobile phones for taking photos or videos inside its high-security zone. This comes right after recent hoax bomb threats rattled courts across the country, sparking widespread concern.
An official circular from September 10 gives security staff the power to stop anyone—be it lawyers, staff, visitors, or even media—from snapping pictures or recording videos in this restricted area. The goal? To tighten safety in the Supreme Court’s main premises amid rising threats.
For media folks, the rules are clear: stick to interviews and live news broadcasts in the low-security zone near the lawn. Break these guidelines, and you could lose access to the high-security area for a full month. The Supreme Court wants to keep things orderly while allowing responsible reporting.
If advocates, litigants, interns, or law clerks flout the rules, the Bar Association or State Bar Council will step in with appropriate action. Staff violations will face serious consequences, and for other departments, heads will handle discipline as per their policies.
This new photography ban in Supreme Court surfaced on a tense day when fake bomb threats hit the Delhi High Court and Bombay High Court, causing chaos and panic nationwide. Courtrooms emptied out, hearings halted, and lawyers were asked to evacuate for safety.
The Delhi High Court got its threat through an email signed "Kanimozhi Thevidiya," warning that a judge’s chamber would "detonate shortly" and mentioning plans to "recreate" the 1998 Coimbatore blasts in Patna with ISI involvement. Police quickly sent in bomb detection teams, cordoned off the area, and confirmed it was a hoax—no explosives found.
The Bombay High Court faced a similar scare, leading to full evacuation and disrupted work. These incidents highlight the growing need for stricter security measures in Indian courts, especially with hoax bomb threats on the rise.
As investigations continue into these threats, the Supreme Court’s circular aims to prevent any risks from unauthorized recordings. Stay tuned for updates on court security and bomb threat news.
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