The security around the University of Engineering and Technology (UET) on Wednesday was put on high alert by the police after the university’s Lahore campus received a threatening letter from the militant group Islamic State (IS).
The letter threatened to attack the university with a suicide attack or a series of bombings, according to a police officer.
UET public relations officer Dr Tanvir Qasim confirmed the letter had been received via posted mail from an unidentified source. However, he said the contents of the letter were unknown to him.
DIG (operations) Lahore Dr Haider Ashraf said security around the university has been increased with increased patrolling and pickets.
He also said a search operation will be launched in the UET hostels to sweep-check the premises.
However, he added that the letter could be a hoax, but this can only be ascertained after an investigation.
He said till then, the threat would be taken seriously.
The Civil Lines Police Division has also been asked to remain alert.