A minor blast in Doda’s Police Line Gali sparked fear; two residents detained for questioning amid heightened tensions following MLA Mehraj Malik’s arrest.
Police respond to a minor blast at a residential house in Doda’s Police Line Gali; two residents detained as investigations into the cause begin.
Doda: A minor blast late Wednesday night in the Police Line Gali area of Doda triggered panic in the locality, which has been on edge since the recent detention of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Mehraj Malik under the Public Safety Act (PSA).
According to officials, the explosion occurred inside a residential house, sending shockwaves across the neighborhood. Police teams rushed to the spot, cordoned off the area, and restricted civilian movement to prevent further disturbances.
Two local residents, reportedly from the same household where the blast took place, have been detained for questioning. Their identities have not yet been revealed. Forensic experts and bomb disposal squads are investigating to determine whether the blast was an act of sabotage or an accidental detonation.
While no casualties or major damage were reported, the incident has heightened security concerns in the district. Additional reinforcements have been deployed, and senior officers are monitoring the situation closely to ensure peace is maintained.
The blast comes at a sensitive time for Doda, where political tensions and public unrest have been running high since Malik’s arrest. Authorities have appealed to residents to remain calm and extend full cooperation as the probe continues.
