A tense security situation unfolded at Al-Falah University on Monday after authorities discovered a Maruti Brezza car allegedly used by an accused individual in an ongoing criminal investigation. The finding prompted an immediate response from local police, who cordoned off the area and called in a full bomb disposal squad as a precautionary measure.
The vehicle was spotted in a parking zone near one of the academic blocks, leading officials to suspect it may have been abandoned to evade detection. Within minutes, the campus was sealed, students were instructed to remain indoors, and faculty members were escorted to secure locations while forensic and anti-sabotage teams moved in.
Bomb squad technicians conducted a step-by-step inspection of the car, using scanners, sniffer units, and detection tools to ensure there were no explosive devices or hazardous materials inside. After an extended examination, officials said no active explosives had been found, though they noted that several “items of interest” were recovered and sent for forensic analysis.
Investigators believe the car may have been used as a getaway vehicle or as part of the accused’s movements before evading the police dragnet. CCTV footage from university gates and surrounding roads is now being reviewed to trace who drove the car onto the campus and when it was left there.
Police said they are working on the assumption that the accused may have connections in the area or sought to exploit the crowded campus to avoid quick detection. Additional teams have been deployed to sweep hostels, parking lots, and open spaces to ensure campus safety.
Students described the scene as “unsettling,” with many receiving alerts on their phones instructing them to stay away from windows and corridors. The university issued an official advisory asking students to cooperate fully with authorities and await further instructions.
Senior officers said the campus will remain under enhanced security until the investigation clarifies how the vehicle arrived there and whether it signals a broader threat. Further details are expected once forensic results and digital evidence are compiled.