New Delhi, India – A significant explosion occurred early Thursday morning at a school operated by the Central Reserve Police Force in Delhi’s Rohini district, causing structural damage but fortunately resulting in no casualties. Authorities, including forensic experts and elite officers from the Delhi Police’s special cell, were promptly deployed to the scene to investigate the origins of the blast.
Eyewitness accounts and a video captured by a local resident depicted a large plume of smoke emanating from the area near the school. The resident reported hearing a loud noise before seeing the smoke and commencing the recording.
The explosion, which took place at approximately 7:47 a.m. near the school situated in Prashant Vihar, prompted an immediate response from local law enforcement. According to Senior Police Officer Amit Goel, specialized investigators including bomb disposal squads were summoned to assist in the investigation. Despite the initial efforts, no suspicious items have been uncovered thus far.
As the probe continued, authorities began considering various possibilities including an examination of the underground sewage lines to determine whether they could have been a contributing factor to the incident.
The impact of the blast was significant, with residents reporting that the explosion shattered windows of nearby vehicles and damaged storefront signs. In response, the police issued a statement detailing their initial findings and actions, noting that the school’s wall was found damaged and exuded a foul smell, alongside the destruction observed in nearby commercial properties.
The police also confirmed that no injuries have been reported, highlighting the fortuitous avoidance of any fatalities or serious injuries. The area was quickly cordoned off and security measures were heightened as the National Security Guard was notified, and additional teams were potentially slated for deployment to the site.
Speculations about the cause of the explosion include the possibility of a crude bomb, although this has yet to be confirmed as the investigation remains ongoing. The incident has stirred unease among the local community, prompting discussions about safety protocols in densely populated urban areas and the need for swift and thorough responses to such unsettling events.
In the meantime, law enforcement reaffirmed their commitment to determining the precise cause of the blast and ensuring the safety of the public in a swift manner. The community, while shaken, expressed relief that there were no casualties and showed support for the ongoing police work to fully resolve the matter.