Twin Blasts Near Jalandhar BS HQ/Amritsar + APJ School Bomb Threat: NIA ISI Probe, Mann Blames BJP
Key Questions
What were the twin blasts in Punjab?
Two explosions occurred near security sites: a scooter IED near the BS HQ in Jalandhar and another at an Amritsar camp. These incidents triggered panic in the cities and heightened safety concerns.
What is the suspected link to Pakistan's ISI?
The blasts are linked to Pakistan's ISI and 'Operation Nawa Savair', possibly targeting the anniversary of Operation Sindoor. The NIA is probing the incidents as part of an ISI plot.
What happened at APJ School during CM Mann's visit?
A bomb threat at APJ School in Jalandhar caused panic during Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann's visit. It added to the security fears amid the blasts.
How did CM Bhagwant Mann respond to the incidents?
CM Mann blamed the BJP during a nukkad sabha ahead of the May 10 by-poll and received a legal notice. He highlighted AAP's role amid the chaos.
What measures are being taken following the blasts?
Safety fears have led to increased probes by NIA, heightened patrols, and security agency scrutiny. Questions are raised on how the blasts happened suddenly.
Scooter IED near BS HQ + Amritsar camp linked to ISI/'Operation Nawa Savair'; APJ School bomb threat during Mann visit causes panic; legal notice to Mann, he targets BJP in nukkad sabha pre-May10 by-poll. Heightens safety fears/probes/patrols amid AAP chaos.