Nine Dead, 32 Injured in J&K Police Station Blast While Handling Seized Explosives
A tragic accidental blast at a Jammu and Kashmir police station on November 14 has left nine people dead and 32 injured, according to officials. The explosion occurred while personnel were handling a large quantity of explosive substances seized earlier in Faridabad.
The J&K Director General of Police (DGP) stated that the explosives had been securely stored in an open area and were scheduled to be transported to a forensic laboratory for analysis when the blast occurred. Most of the victims were police and forensic officials involved in the handling and examination of the materials.
Rescue teams rushed to the site, evacuating the injured to nearby hospitals for emergency treatment. Authorities have launched a detailed investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident and to ensure stricter safety measures in the handling of hazardous materials in the future.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the law enforcement and local communities.
Nine Dead, 32 Injured in J&K Police Station Blast While Handling Seized Explosives
