Unexplained Blast Near Surankote Temple Raises Concerns, Investigation Underway

Unexplained Blast Near Surankote Temple Raises Concerns, Investigation Underway

Asif Iqbal | November 16, 2023 | 09:18 AM IST | Poonch | Follow on Google News

Unexplained Blast Near Surankote Temple Raises Concerns, Investigation Underway

Unexplained Blast Near Surankote Temple Raises Concerns, Investigation Underway

A mysterious explosion occurred in the vicinity of Shiv Mandir near Surankote in the Poonch district, as officials reported on Wednesday. Despite the blast taking place near the temple, there were no immediate reports of casualties or injuries.

The Station House Officer (SHO) of Surankote confirmed the occurrence of the “mysterious explosion” and stated that a team from the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) has been dispatched to investigate the site. Following the incident, law enforcement and security forces swiftly cordoned off the area.

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The explosion, which occurred around 8:40 pm, generated a sound that resonated widely, but no casualties have been reported thus far. Subsequent to the blast, fragments were discovered on the temple walls. The motive and perpetrator behind the explosion remain unclear, prompting security agencies and forces to initiate an investigation.

Sources suggest the possibility of a grenade attack, raising concerns of a potential conspiracy to target minorities in Surankote, given the proximity of the blast to the temple. Authorities are diligently examining the circumstances surrounding the incident to ascertain the nature of the explosion and those responsible.

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Sources suggest the possibility of a grenade attack, raising concerns of a potential conspiracy to target minorities in Surankote, given the proximity of the blast to the temple. Authorities are diligently examining the circumstances surrounding the incident to ascertain the nature of the explosion and those responsible.

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