In a significant incident, a blast occurred near the boundary wall of the CRPF School in Prashant Vihar, Rohini District, Delhi, prompting the Delhi Police to register a case under multiple sections, including Section 326(g) of the Indian Penal Code, Section 4 of the Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, and relevant provisions of the Explosive Substances Act. An investigation has been initiated to ascertain the details surrounding the explosion.
Multi-agency investigation
Given the sensitive nature of the blast, a range of agencies, including local police, the Special Cell, NSG (National Security Guard), CRPF, and forensic teams from the Ministry of Home Affairs, have all arrived at the scene to conduct thorough investigations.
Expertise on scene
The head of the NSG bomb disposal unit, Mohammed Jamal, known for his expertise in bomb classification, was called to the site to assess the situation and collect evidence.
Recovery of evidence
Teams from the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), bomb disposal squad, and NSG recovered several items from the blast site, including cut wires, pencil batteries, and a white powdery substance. All collected evidence will be compiled into a detailed report and shared with the Ministry of Home Affairs for further analysis. Officials reported that they recovered a white powder-like substance from the incident site. "The white powder sample has been collected by the FSL and NSG teams and is currently under investigation," the officials mentioned. Additionally, forensic experts will examine the cut wires and batteries to determine their potential connection to the incident, while preliminary tests on the white powder will aim to identify its composition and any possible links to explosive materials. Further analysis will be crucial in piecing together the sequence of events leading up to the blast and in identifying any suspects involved.
Initial findings on blast motive
Preliminary investigations suggest that the blast was not aimed at causing public harm but rather intended to send a message or demonstrate power. The bomb was strategically placed on the CRPF School's boundary wall, and the timing of the explosion—early morning on a Sunday when the area was less crowded—reinforces this theory.
Comprehensive area scan
Authorities have conducted a thorough scan of the surrounding area, seizing CCTV DVRs from local shops to gather additional insights. Investigators are examining footage for clues that might reveal the identity of those responsible.
Eyewitness reports
The Delhi Police received a PCR call at 7:57 AM reporting the explosion, with the caller indicating that a loud noise emanated from the CRPF School. Upon arrival, officers found significant damage to a section of the wall and detected the smell of explosives, while nearby shop windows were shattered. Fortunately, no injuries were reported.
As investigations continue, officials are exploring all possible angles to uncover the motives behind this incident and ensure the safety of the local community. Enhanced security measures and patrols have been implemented in the vicinity to prevent further incidents.
