Panaji, India – A powerful explosion rocked a private farm house in Ansolem village, North Goa, late Monday night, causing significant damage to nearby homes. While there were no reported casualties, the blast left several houses in the vicinity with structural issues, according to a senior police official.
Authorities have detained one individual in connection with the explosion, which obliterated a godown stocked with explosives on the farm house premises. The deafening blast was heard as far as Valpoi town, about four kilometers away from the site.
Police are now leading an investigation into the source of the explosive materials and how they were obtained. Initial findings suggest that gelatin explosives may have been used in nearby stone crusher plants, raising concerns about potential illegal activities in the area.
An unidentified suspect is currently being interrogated by authorities as they work to unravel the circumstances surrounding the explosion. The location has been secured for a thorough inquiry scheduled for the following day, with forensic experts expected to join the investigation.
Local MLA Deviya Rane has assured the community of swift action, confirming that an FIR will be filed under the Explosives Substance Act. Rane emphasized the importance of a comprehensive investigation and pledged to hold those responsible for the blast accountable once all facts have been established.
As the investigation continues, residents of Ansolem village and the surrounding area remain on edge, with questions lingering about the events leading up to the explosive incident. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.