The discovery of five crude bombs at a grocery shop in Bihar’s Katihar district has caused fear among locals and led to increased security measures ahead of Muharram. The incident occurred in Madhura village under the Kolasi police outpost area of Kodha police station. Suspected crude bombs were found inside a cold drink crate on the shop’s veranda, triggering alarm in the village.
Local residents noticed the suspicious objects wrapped in black polythene while checking crates of soft drinks outside the shop. This discovery prompted immediate police intervention, with personnel from Kodha police station and administrative officials rushing to the scene to secure the area and confiscate the suspected bombs. Authorities have called in a forensic team and bomb disposal squad to assess the nature of the explosives.
Officials are investigating the motive behind the placement of the crude bombs, suggesting a possible personal dispute involving the shopkeeper. Police are questioning locals and gathering information on recent visitors to the area to determine the timeline and responsible parties. Villagers are anxious about the incident, particularly with Muharram approaching, urging a thorough investigation and identification of those accountable.
