A potentially devastating incident was narrowly avoided in Manipur’s Bishnupur district on Sunday, after security forces successfully neutralised a 51mm ILLG bomb discovered in the Terakhongshangbi Maning Laithel area under Moirang Police Station. The explosive device, suspected to have been planted with harmful intent, was safely defused by a specialised bomb disposal unit. Local residents first noticed the suspicious object and quickly alerted law enforcement authorities, prompting an urgent response. A joint team of police and security personnel immediately cordoned off the area to ensure public safety before deploying the bomb squad. Using controlled detonation techniques, the bomb disposal team neutralised the explosive on site without any injury or collateral damage. The swift and precise action by the squad ensured that there was no disruption to the community or surrounding infrastructure.
Following the neutralisation, fragments of the explosive device were carefully collected and have been sent to forensic experts for detailed analysis. Investigators are now working to trace the origins of the bomb and determine whether it has links to any known insurgent outfits operating in the region.“This was a serious threat that could have caused significant damage if not handled in time. Thanks to the alertness of local citizens and the quick action of our bomb squad, we managed to defuse the situation safely,” said a senior police official overseeing the operation. While no group has claimed responsibility for planting the device, authorities are treating the incident with utmost seriousness. Security in the surrounding areas has been heightened, and additional patrolling has been initiated to prevent any similar attempts in the future.
Residents of Terakhongshangbi have expressed gratitude to the security forces for their professionalism and swift intervention. Many noted that such prompt responses are crucial in maintaining peace and public confidence, especially in a state that has witnessed intermittent unrest in recent years.The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity without delay.
