Archive · 23 Jul 2025
Bengaluru: Gelatin Sticks, Detonators Discovered at Bus Stand
Someone left a bag containing dangerous explosives at a busy bus stop in Bengaluru.
The police were called after the bag was found near a toilet.
They brought in experts to check the bag, and they confirmed it had explosives.
Now, the police are trying to figure out who left the bag and why, by looking at security camera footage and investigating the area.
They're treating the situation seriously because the explosives could have hurt many people.
Six gelatin sticks and detonators were found in an abandoned bag at a Bengaluru bus stand.
The bag was discovered near a toilet in the Kalasipalya BMTC bus stand.
Police were alerted, a bomb disposal squad and dog squad were dispatched, and the area was cordoned off.
A case has been registered under the Explosive Substances Act and other sections.
Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the person who left the bag.
- Who
- The police are investigating who left the bag. BMTC employees and security staff were involved in reporting and securing the bag.
- What
- Six gelatin sticks and detonators were found in an abandoned bag.
- When
- Wednesday, around 1:15 pm
- Where
- Kalasipalya BMTC bus stand, Bengaluru.
- Why
- The intent of the person who left the bag is under investigation; police believe it was with the malicious intent of causing harm.
- Location
- Kalasipalya BMTC bus stand, Bengaluru
- Items Found
- Six gelatin sticks, detonators
- Legal Action
- Case registered under Explosive Substances Act and other sections
- Investigation
- Reviewing CCTV footage, thorough search of the premises
- Reporting Party
- Assistant Traffic Superintendent