A bomb threat was reported at the Chennai residence of AIADMK General Secretary and Opposition Leader Edappadi Palaniswami.The threat came through an email sent to the police. A bomb squad rushed to the spot and carried out a full inspection.
Police later confirmed that the threat was a hoax and no explosives were found.
Similar threats were also sent to the Governor’s residence and actor S. V. Shekher’s house.
An investigation is underway to find those responsible.