Blast outside Majitha police station Amritsar
Chandigarh: Less than 12 hours after Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) chief Sukhbir Singh Badal was attacked near the Golden Temple, another alarming event shook Amritsar district. A powerful explosion was reported outside the Majitha Police Station in Amritsar Rural Police District around 10:00 PM on Wednesday.
Second Blast in a Week Raises Alarms
This marks the second explosion in Amritsar within a week, following a blast at the deserted Gurbaksh Nagar Police Chowki in Ajnala. The latest incident has intensified security concerns, prompting an immediate response from law enforcement agencies to address the growing tension in the region.
Police and Officials Rush to the Scene
Amritsar Rural Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Charanjit Singh, along with senior officials, arrived at the site to assess the situation. Investigators are working to determine if there is a connection between the two blasts, which have heightened fears of a potential coordinated attack.
Tensions Escalate in Amritsar
The consecutive blasts, coupled with the earlier attack on Sukhbir Singh Badal, have triggered widespread concern over public safety in the district. Authorities are intensifying security around vulnerable spots to prevent further incidents.
Police Begin Investigation
Treating the Majitha Police Station explosion as a grave matter, Punjab Police have deployed forensic teams to collect evidence. The recurring nature of these events is being closely examined to ascertain whether they are part of a larger plot to destabilize the region.
Restricted Media Access
No official statement has been issued yet. Following the blast, the gates of the Majitha Police Station were closed, barring media access to the site. Updates will follow as more information becomes available.
