Sun Oct 20 21:03:16 UTC 2024: – **Blast Incident**: A blast occurred at 7:47 am in Rohini, Delhi, damaging a wall of the CRPF school and nearby property, but thankfully no injuries were reported.
– **Investigation Ongoing**: Multiple security agencies, including Delhi Police, NIA, CRPF, and NSG, are investigating the explosion, which is suspected to be caused by a crude bomb. Evidence collection is underway, including forensic analysis and reviewing CCTV footage.
– **Political Criticism**: Chief Minister Atishi criticized the BJP for the deteriorating law and order situation in Delhi, attributing the responsibility to the BJP-controlled Union Home Ministry. She likened the current situation to Mumbai during the Underworld era, claiming that crime is rampant and citizens are unsafe.
– **Upcoming Elections**: With elections approaching in February, AAP is campaigning for a third term. Atishi is currently acting as Chief Minister following Arvind Kejriwal’s resignation due to his arrest related to a liquor policy case.
– **Public Safety Concerns**: Atishi warned that if the BJP were to gain control of the Delhi government, essential services like hospitals, power, and water supply would suffer as much as law and order has declined.
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