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Terror plot foiled in Chandigarh: 3 held with DIY bomb, firearm, 5 kg gelatin sticks in tiffin box near bus stand

From Hindustan Times · () English

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  • Three individuals were apprehended near a bus stand in Chandigarh with a homemade bomb, a firearm, and 5 kg of gelatin sticks.
  • Authorities believe the suspects have ties to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), a Khalistani separatist terrorist organization.
  • The discovery of the explosives and weapons indicates a foiled terror plot.

A significant terror plot was thwarted in Chandigarh with the arrest of three individuals found in possession of a sophisticated homemade bomb, a firearm, and a substantial quantity of gelatin sticks.

The suspects were apprehended near the city's bus stand, a high-traffic area, raising concerns about the potential scale of the planned attack. The recovery included 5 kilograms of gelatin sticks packed inside a tiffin box, indicating a serious threat.

Initial investigations suggest the apprehended individuals have links to Babbar Khalsa International (BKI), a designated Khalistani separatist terrorist organization. This connection points to a broader network and potentially foreign backing for the foiled operation.

Authorities are currently interrogating the suspects to uncover further details about their motives, the intended target, and the full extent of the conspiracy. The successful interception of this plot highlights the ongoing vigilance required to counter terrorist threats.

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