NEW DELHI: A mysterious blast occurred near a CRPF school in Delhi’s Rohini area on Sunday morning, sparking a security alert in the national capital. The blast, which appeared to be triggered by a crude bomb, partially damaged the school’s wall and some cars parked nearby. Nobody was injured.
Delhi Police personnel reached the spot soon after the explosion. The National Security Guard and National Investigation Agency also sent their teams to inspect the blast site.
Investigators lifted fragments of some white powder from the spot, which indicated the use of a crude bomb having chemical mixture of ammonium nitrate and ammonium chloride.
“As of now, we don’t think any improvised explosive device was used as no metal-like substances, shrapnel, or ball bearings were found at the site,” a senior official told this newspaper.
DCP (Rohini) Amit Goel said the police was alerted about the blast at 7.50 am. He said the police personnel who rushed to the spot reported foul smell emanating from the area. “The glasses of a nearby shop and some cars parked nearby were shattered. However, no one was injured,” the DCP said.
A video of the incident, possibly recorded by some locals, showed thick plumes of smoke billowing from the blast site.
“A multi-agency probe is on. I am keeping a constant watch on the progress of the investigation and assure that the guilty will be brought to book. I appeal to all to maintain restrain and not indulge in fear mongering,” Delhi Lieutenant Governor V K Saxena said.
Official sources said there was no intelligence input about any possible disruption.
Meanwhile, Delhi Chief Minister Atishi blamed the Centre for the blast.
“The bomb blast exposes the deteriorating security situation in Delhi. The BJP-led Central government is responsible for law and order in the city. However, they spend their time obstructing the efforts of the elected Delhi government rather than fulfilling their responsibilities. This neglect has resulted in Delhi resembling the 1990s Mumbai underworld era, with shootings, extortion, and rising criminal confidence,” she said.
