Blast Outdoors BJP Chief’s Home In Jalandhar, Forensic Workforce At Spot

Jalandhar (Punjab):

A blast was reported exterior the residence of BJP Chief Manoranjan Kalia in Punjab’s Jalandhar. Police mentioned that they’re monitoring the CCTV and investigating whether or not it was a grenade assault or one thing else.

Dhanpreet Kaur, Jalandhar Police Commissioner, informed reporters, “Round 1 am, we obtained info of blast right here, after which we reached the spot and began the investigation. The forensic workforce is investigating the matter…We’re additionally monitoring the CCTV… The forensic workforce is investigating whether or not it’s a grenade assault or one thing else…”

BJP chief Manoranjan Kalia informed ANI that he heard the sound of thunder.

“There was a blast at round 1 am…I used to be sleeping, and I assumed that it was the sound of thunder…Later, I used to be knowledgeable {that a} blast had taken place…after this, I despatched my gunman to the police station…CCTV is being investigated; forensic specialists are additionally current right here…”

Manpreet Singh, Deputy Commissioner of Police in Jalandhar, confirmed the incident and informed reporters, “The forensic workforce will examine and provides the report. The incident happened on the residence of Manoranjan Kalia.”

Extra particulars are awaited

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