Mysterious explosion near Hiranagar, search operation launched
STATE TIMES NEWS
JAMMU: A mysterious explosion shook a village near Hiranagar in Kathua district forcing the security agencies to launch a massive search operation in Hiranagar area and its adjoining villages.
Official sources said that an explosion was heard near a temple located in Jandi village in Hiranagar, after which police and army rushed to the spot. Entire area was cordoned off.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) Jammu, Mukesh Singh, while confirming the incident, said that a mysterious explosion took place near the religious place and searches are going on. “Exact nature of explosion can be known once investigations are completed,” he said.