The Indian Army successfully defused a 227-kg World War II-era bomb discovered in the Subarnarekha River in Baharagora, Jharkhand. The bomb, believed to have been dropped during World War II, was buried under river sand for decades until it was unearthed during sand excavation, causing concern among locals.
Upon noticing images of individuals posing with the bomb on social media, authorities took swift action. An Indian Army team, led by Lieutenant Colonel Dharmendra Singh and Captain Ayush Kumar Singh, assessed the bomb’s structure and surroundings before beginning the disposal process.
To ensure safety, a 10-foot-deep pit was dug, sandbags were used to create a protective barrier, and a 1.5-km radius around the site was cordoned off. The area was heavily secured with personnel from various agencies, and after a controlled blast by the Army’s bomb disposal squad, the operation ended without any harm.
Experts highlighted the dangers of old unexploded ordnance, emphasizing the risks they pose even after many years. Another similar bomb found in a nearby village was also safely defused by the Army, easing fears in the region.
