Dawn swoop nets crucial link-man in Godhra case

Asthana said the arrest was a major breakthrough. ‘‘During the recent months, we have established his role in the incident as corroborated by evidence and statements given by other accused,’’ he said.

Officials had alleged that the consignment of petrol that was used in setting coach S6 afire was dumped in the backyard of Kurkur’s Aman Guest House. He was alleged to have got petrol cans loaded into an autorickshaw along with nine other suspects who rushed to D cabin where the coach was set afire. They said Kurkur’s interrogation would help establish the source of petrol.