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NIA Opens Probe Into Bhubaneswar Rooftop Blast That Injured Four

Investigators are examining explosive residues to assess alleged bomb-making by a history-sheeter.

Overview

  • Police say the Jan. 27 explosion occurred on a rented house rooftop in Azad Nagar, Sundarpada, during the illegal preparation of a crude bomb.
  • The injured were identified as Shahnawaz Malik, his mother, a female associate, and aide Amiya Ranjan Mallick, all hospitalized under security after being moved from Capital Hospital to a private facility.
  • A scientific team examined the scene, and police reported seizing incriminating materials, including explosive residues, with the area cordoned off following rescue operations.
  • DCP Jagmohan Meena said cases have been registered against the injured and that legal action will proceed once they recover.
  • The NIA has launched a parallel inquiry, questioning the house owner and others as it probes motive, the source of explosives, and any wider network involvement.