Bomb Blast in Bhagalpur: Seven Children Injured, Three Critically Burned

A terrifying bomb blast in Bhagalpur, Bihar, has once again shaken the local community. The incident occurred near Shahjangir in the Habibpur police station area, where seven children playing in a field were caught in the explosion. Among them, three children sustained serious injuries and are currently receiving treatment at the Bhagalpur Sadar Hospital.

Incident Details

The blast was reportedly powerful enough to be heard over a kilometer away, creating chaos in the area. Following the explosion, a large police presence was deployed to the scene to manage the situation and gather information.

According to reports, the children were playing near a house on a street adjacent to Shahjangir Field when the homemade bomb detonated. The children had apparently picked up the explosive, which suddenly went off. In the aftermath, a forensic science laboratory (FSL) team arrived at the site to collect remnants of the blast.

Investigation Underway

Police are questioning the injured children to ascertain the origin of the bomb. City DSP Rakesh Kumar stated, “During their play, a homemade bomb exploded among the children, injuring seven of them. They have been admitted to the hospital for treatment. We are investigating where this bomb came from and how it exploded.” The DSP also confirmed that a dog squad team was summoned to aid the investigation.

Bhagalpur's police captain, Anand Kumar, visited the blast site and gathered information from family members and the FSL team about the incident.

Previous Incidents

This is not the first time Bhagalpur has faced such violent incidents. The city has a history of bomb blasts, with several occurrences leading to fatalities. A notable incident occurred on March 4, 2022, in Kazwali Chak, where a bomb exploded during construction, resulting in 15 deaths and the destruction of three houses. The blast that night was so loud that it was heard up to five kilometers away. Additionally, various areas in Nathnagar have previously experienced similar blasts, causing widespread alarm.

Authorities have now formed a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to look into the latest incident and determine the source and manufacturer of the explosive device. As the community grapples with this latest tragedy, concerns about safety and security continue to mount.