Gonda Police Bust Illegal Firecracker Cache; One Arrested
Gonda police arrested a man and seized hundreds of sutli bombs after raiding an unlicensed firecracker warehouse at Prithvinath Mor.
In a swift operation to curb the danger of unauthorized explosives, the Gonda police in Uttar Pradesh raided an illegal firecracker warehouse at Prithvinath Mor, leading to the arrest of one individual and the seizure of a significant amount of explosive material.
Night Patrol Leads to Major Discovery
The crackdown occurred on November 6, 2026, following a critical tip-off. Sub-Inspector Aman Kannaujia and the in-charge of the Aryanagar police outpost were conducting a routine night patrol when they received intelligence regarding the illicit storage of fireworks within the jurisdiction of the Kaudiya police station.
Acting on the lead, the police team stormed the warehouse. Upon searching the premises, officers uncovered a dangerous hoard of explosives, including:
- 555 'Sutli' bombs, known for their high intensity.
- An additional carton packed with various other types of firecrackers.
No License, No Escape
When the police confronted the individual on-site and demanded the necessary legal documentation for the storage and sale of such hazardous materials, the suspect was unable to produce a valid license. This failure to provide legal authorization led to an immediate arrest.
The arrested suspect has been identified as Faiyaz, son of Mahroom, a resident of Birpur Bhoj village in the Khargupur area of Gonda district.
Legal Action and Public Safety
The authorities have registered a formal case at the Kaudiya police station under crime number 270/2026. The suspect faces serious charges under:
- Section 9B of the Explosives Act, 1884
- Section 288 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
The operation was carried out by a dedicated team consisting of Sub-Inspector Aman Kannaujia, Head Constable Nagendra Prasad, and Constable Jaseem Ahmed. Police officials emphasized that such raids are vital, especially during the festive season, as the unauthorized storage of explosives in residential or commercial areas poses a catastrophic risk to the surrounding community.
Further legal proceedings are currently underway to investigate the scale of the unauthorized operation and the unsafe handling of the fireworks.