Archive · 21 Dec 2025
Two Arrested in Meghalaya IED Blast Linked to HNLC
In Meghalaya, two men were arrested for their involvement in an IED blast that happened on December 18.
The blast damaged a water tanker and slightly injured the driver.
Police found many illegal items during a search, including fuses, detonators, and a rifle.
The blast is linked to a banned group called HNLC, and they claimed responsibility.
The police are still investigating to find more people involved.
The group also warned politicians, saying they would face consequences if they didn't obey.
Two men, Richard Suchen and Pynshaitbor Syih, were arrested for their role in an IED blast in Shymplong village, Meghalaya.
The blast damaged a water tanker and slightly injured the driver on December 18.
Police recovered illegal items, including fuses, detonators, gunpowder, and a rifle, from the house of Smiki Tongper, another accused.
The HNLC claimed responsibility for the blast and warned 'Hynniewtrep politicians' of severe consequences.
Police are investigating further to identify and apprehend other individuals linked to the incident.
- Who
- Richard Suchen (31), Pynshaitbor Syih (45), Smiki Tongper, and an unidentified HNLC member
- What
- IED blast and subsequent arrests
- When
- December 18, 2023 (incident), December 21, 2023 (arrests)
- Where
- Shymplong village, East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya
- Why
- Investigations revealed a conspiracy involving the banned HNLC
- Location
- Shymplong village, East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya
- Date of Incident
- December 18, 2023
- Arrested Individuals
- Richard Suchen (31) and Pynshaitbor Syih (45)
- Items Recovered
- Safety fuses, detonators, gunpowder, splinters, rifle, handsets
- Charges Filed
- Terrorist Act, Section 113 of BNS, Explosive Substances Act
- Injuries
- One driver slightly injured
- Explosive Used
- Commercial-grade gelatin (preliminary)