Mon Oct 21 07:02:53 UTC 2024: – **Incident Overview**: A bomb blast occurred near the Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF) school in Rohini Sector-14, Delhi, at approximately 7:45 am on Sunday, coinciding with the Karwachauth festival.
– **Impact**: Residents experienced a loud explosion that shattered glass panes and caused damage to nearby vehicles. Witness accounts reported a strong chemical smell and dense smoke following the blast.
– **Damage and Losses**: Local businesses were affected, with one shop owner estimating losses of Rs 2 lakhs. The area, usually bustling with activity, was largely deserted as residents stayed indoors.
– **Investigation**: The Delhi Police has initiated an investigation and may transfer the case to the National Investigative Agency (NIA). Preliminary reports suggest the use of a crude bomb made from ammonium nitrate and ammonium chloride.
– **Police Response**: Multiple security agencies, including the bomb squad, National Security Guard (NSG), and forensic teams, have been deployed to the site. They are collecting samples from the area, including a suspicious white powder.
– **Public Safety Measures**: Authorities have cordoned off the area and increased police patrolling. Local police stations have been alerted to enhance vigilance in light of the incident.
– **No Injuries Reported**: Despite the chaos, officials confirmed that there were no injuries due to the blast, and the Delhi Fire Services responded without needing to act further.
– **Context**: This incident follows a string of hoax bomb threats made to schools in Delhi, raising concerns about security in the region.
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