Vasundhara Police Outpost Blast: Agencies Probe Suspected Terror Claim
Security agencies investigate a suspected 'Tehreek-e-Mujahideen' claim after a blast at a Ghaziabad police outpost.
Security agencies have launched a high-level investigation into a blast that rocked the Vasundhara police outpost in Ghaziabad, following mysterious social media claims of responsibility. The incident, which occurred on the night of November 6, has triggered a massive forensic operation and a probe into potential foreign intelligence involvement.
The Mystery of 'Tehreek-e-Mujahideen'
Shortly after the explosion, social media posts began appearing, claiming the attack was carried out by an organization calling itself ‘Tehreek-e-Mujahideen’. However, security agencies have revealed a startling detail: no organization by this name has been identified in their records so far.
This discrepancy has led investigators to suspect that the claim is a calculated attempt to mislead Indian security forces. Sources indicate that Pakistan’s ISI has a history of using fake identities and fabricated social media claims to create chaos and divert the attention of Indian agencies. Investigators are now working to verify the authenticity of these posts and trace the individuals behind them.
What Happened at the Outpost?
The explosion took place around 9:00 PM on November 6 at the Vasundhara police chowki, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Indirapuram police station. The blast occurred near the rear wall of the outpost, shattering the glass panes of two windows.
At the time of the incident, a Sub-Inspector and a delivery worker were present at the location. While the officer was safe, the delivery worker sustained minor injuries during the blast.
"Yesterday, around 9:00 PM, we received information about an explosion near the rear wall of the Vasundhara police outpost... A delivery boy, who had arrived to make a delivery, sustained minor injuries," stated Ghaziabad Police Commissioner J Ravinder Goud.
Forensic Findings and Suspicious Leads
Despite the impact of the blast, the initial forensic sweep has yielded puzzling results. A Bomb Disposal Squad and a forensic team inspected the site and collected samples, but no explosive material, gunpowder, or residue was found at the scene.
In a significant development, the Ghaziabad Police discovered a suspicious two-wheeler parked on the nearby elevated road. The vehicle has been seized and is currently being scrutinized to determine if it has any connection to the explosion.
Multi-Agency Investigation
Given the nature of the social media claims, the investigation is being handled with extreme caution. Police Commissioner J Ravinder Goud confirmed that all possible angles are being explored, including the potential involvement of the Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) and other specialized agencies from the Uttar Pradesh Police.
The authorities are now waiting for the final forensic reports to clarify the exact cause and nature of the blast and to determine whether the incident was the work of a specific individual or a coordinated effort by an organization.