Live explosives found in bag in Nagpur; area barricaded
The explosives were discovered in a garden space belonging to the Lanjewar family, who then alerted the Nagpur Police.
Nagpur Police said they recovered 50 detonators, 8 connectors and 15 gelatin cartridges from the bag. (Express photo by Dhananjay Khedkar) Panic gripped the Central Avenue area after a bag containing live explosives was found near Dosar Vaishya Bhavan in the Gandhibag area of Nagpur on Tuesday. Nagpur Police said they recovered 50 detonators, 8 connectors and 15 gelatin cartridges from the bag.
The explosives were discovered in a garden space belonging to the Lanjewar family, who then alerted the Nagpur Police. Police barricaded the area as a precautionary measure.
The spot falls in a sensitive zone, with Mahal — where riots were reported last year — located nearby. Mahal also houses the headquarters of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS).
Deputy Commissioner of Police Rahul Madne said, “The Lanjewar family informed us after they noticed a bag in the small garden space behind their house. The bag had been lying there for around one-and-a-half months. After growing curious when they checked the bag this morning, they found explosive materials and informed the police.”
He added, “Around 50 detonators, 8 connectors and 15 explosive cartridges were found. With the help of BDDS (Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad), PESO (Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation) and forensic teams, the materials have been safely collected and packed as per procedure. The further investigation is underway and further action will be taken as per legal norms.” Police said the bag was found in an open space and could have been left by anyone. CCTV footage from the area is being examined to trace its origin.
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