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Suspected Explosive Near Srinagar's Dal Lake Neutralized in Controlled Blast

The discovery beside the Regional Passport Office triggered a rapid security cordon followed by a bomb squad response.

Overview

  • Security forces detected the item during routine surveillance along the lakeside in Srinagar.
  • Officials described the object as a white ball positioned adjacent to Ghat No. 12 near Nehru Park.
  • Police said the object was connected to two detonators and lay close to the Regional Passport Office.
  • A bomb disposal squad conducted an on-site controlled explosion with no injuries or damage reported.
  • Jammu and Kashmir Police secured the vicinity and launched an investigation to determine the device's origin and composition.