Overview
- The explosion occurred near a fuel station in Moirang Thana Leikai, Bishnupur, around 8:10 p.m. Thursday, with no injuries or damage reported.
- CCTV footage shows an unidentified person on a two-wheeler throwing the device, and police have registered a case and launched a search with no arrests yet.
- Police say the blast may be tied to extortion demands directed at petrol pumps.
- Officials announced strengthened security and urged the public to report illegal monetary demands to the state’s 24/7 anti-extortion helpline.
- Fuel outlets were shut from December 13 over threats and resumed operations on December 29 after the governor assured enhanced protection.