There is a blast in the Thakurdwara temple located in Khandwala area of Amritsar. The attackers were two youths riding a motorcycle, who attacked the temple by throwing a bomb -like item. This is clearly visible in CCTV video.
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The police have started investigation by taking CCTV in possession. Initial investigations have revealed that both the youths came on a motorcycle, he had a flag in his hand. They stood outside the temple for some time and then threw something towards the temple.
As soon as they ran away, there was a strong explosion in the temple. The incident took place late at around 12:35 pm. After the attack, there was an atmosphere of panic in the entire area. At that time, the priests of the temple were also sleeping inside, but fate them narrowly escaped.
Investigation of case started
The police have started investigating the case based on CCTV footage. The police is trying to find out who the attackers were and what was their motive behind this attack. The incident occurred in Khandwala area of Amritsar, where the attack causes an atmosphere of fear among the local people.
First case of targeting temple
This is the first case of targeting a religious place or temple between the blasts in Amritsar and adjoining districts of Punjab since November last year. Earlier, most of the blasts in Amritsar and other districts of Punjab were near the Punjab Police police stations and police posts.