Explosion at Amritsar Temple Shocks Residents
Details of the Incident
A powerful explosion rocked a temple in Amritsar late Friday night, causing damage to the building. Two individuals on a motorcycle were captured on CCTV throwing an explosive at the Thakur Dwara Temple in the Khandwala area before fleeing the scene.
Police Investigation
Amritsar Police Commissioner Gurpreet Singh Bhullar confirmed that the police were informed about the attack by the temple’s priest around 2 am. Forensic teams and senior officials quickly arrived at the site to collect evidence. Commissioner Bhullar hinted at a possible connection to Pakistan’s Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI).
Political Reactions
The attack has sparked strong reactions from political parties and local leaders, with opposition groups criticizing the law and order situation in Punjab. The Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) condemned the incident and called for a high-level judicial inquiry to identify the culprits.
Government Response
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann acknowledged the attempts to disrupt peace in the state but assured residents that the law and order situation in Punjab remains stable. He emphasized that Punjab is not facing the same level of unrest as other states.
Conclusion
The investigation into the temple explosion is ongoing, with authorities working to identify and apprehend those responsible for the attack. Residents of Amritsar and Punjab are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
