Sun Oct 20 05:55:24 UTC 2024: On October 20, 2024, a blast occurred near a CRPF school in Prashant Vihar, Rohini, New Delhi, in the morning; however, no injuries were reported. Key points from the incident include:
– The explosion was reported at 7:50 a.m., with a call received shortly before at 7:47 a.m.
– Fire engines, a bomb squad, and a police forensic team were dispatched to the scene.
– Damage was observed to the school wall, nearby shops, and a parked car, but no fire resulted from the blast.
– Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion, initially considering it might be a firecracker.
– Police are reviewing CCTV footage and have cordoned off the area while forensic and crime teams collect evidence.
Senior police officials, including those from the crime branch and Special Cell, were present at the scene to oversee the investigation.
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