Police Investigate Bomb Threat After Gelatin Sticks Found Near PM Modi's Route in Bengaluru
Police probe threat call after gelatin sticks found near PM’s Bengaluru route
Hindustan Times
Image: Hindustan Times
Security was heightened in Bengaluru, Karnataka, after two gelatin sticks were discovered near the route for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit. A man was detained for allegedly making a bomb threat call, prompting extensive police investigations and security checks across the city.
- 01Two gelatin sticks were found near the route for PM Modi's visit in Bengaluru.
- 02A bomb threat call led to heightened security measures across the city.
- 03The detained man has a history of making similar hoax calls.
- 04Police confirmed no direct link between the man and the gelatin sticks.
- 05Investigations are ongoing to determine the origin of the gelatin sticks.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
On Sunday, two gelatin sticks were discovered near a route linked to Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bengaluru, Karnataka. This prompted police to detain a 40-year-old man, K Lohit, who allegedly made a bomb threat call warning of explosions near Hindustan Aeronautics Limited Airport and the Art of Living International Center. The gelatin sticks were found during an anti-sabotage check near Tataguni, close to the expected travel route of the PM. While the police confirmed that nothing suspicious was found at the airport, the discovery of the explosives led to increased security measures across the city. The detained man has a history of making similar hoax calls during previous visits by political leaders. However, initial inquiries revealed no direct connection between him and the gelatin sticks. Investigations are ongoing to ascertain who left the explosives near the roadside, with police examining CCTV footage and analyzing mobile records. Security arrangements in Bengaluru remain heightened as the PM's visit continues.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
The incident has raised security concerns among residents and travelers in Bengaluru, particularly during high-profile visits.
Advertisement
In-Article Ad
Reader Poll
Do you feel safe during high-profile political visits in your city?
Connecting to poll...
More about Bengaluru Police
Read the original article
Visit the source for the complete story.






