On the night of the explosions, two separate low-intensity explosions occurred near military installations in Punjab, specifically outside the BSF Headquarters in Jalandhar and an Army establishment at Khasa in Amritsar. The first explosion took place around 8 PM when a scooter parked near the BSF headquarters caught fire, while a second explosion was reported at approximately 10:50 PM near the Khasa cantonment area.
Initial investigations reveal that Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs) were used in both incidents. Despite the explosive nature of these events, no casualties or significant damage were reported. This has led to a prompt response from local authorities.
Key details:
- The first explosion occurred at 8 PM in Jalandhar.
- The second explosion was reported at 10:50 PM near Khasa cantonment.
- Police received information about the loud sound on Khasa road at 11:15 PM.
In response to the explosions, police and Army personnel were dispatched to investigate the incidents. Bomb disposal and forensic teams have been deployed to examine the sites and collect evidence. Amritsar Rural Senior Superintendent of Police Sohail Qasim Mir noted that a tin sheet attached to the cantonment boundary wall was found damaged and had collapsed, indicating the impact of the blast.
The nature of these blasts remains uncertain as officials have not confirmed specific details regarding their origins or motivations. This situation raises broader concerns about security in Punjab, especially given historical tensions linked to Pakistan’s ISI activities in the region.
The National Investigation Agency teams are en route to assist in the investigation, which may uncover further details about these attacks. Authorities are keen to determine if there are any connections to larger security threats facing military installations in Punjab.
