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IED event in Meghalaya, Delhi Mistan Bhandar in Police Bazaar of Khyndai Lad in Shillong area, India on Sun 30th January 2022

30th January 2022

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On January 30, an improvised explosive device (IED) blast occurred in front of a liquor store adjacent to Delhi Mistan Bhandar in Police Bazaar of Khyndai Lad in Shillong at East Khasi Hills District of Meghalaya, reports The Shillong Times. Though no casualty was reported, yet the front portions of a mobile phone store and wine shop was damaged. According to Police sources, gelatine and wires were found at the blast spot, indicating a crude explosive device. Strongly condemning the blast, Chief Minister (CM) Conrad K. Sangma, “This cowardly act is an attempt to disrupt peace and bring harm. Perpetrators will not be spared and we will ensure peace prevails in the state.” Home Minister Lahkmen Rymbui in Twitter said that the suspects have been identified.  This is the third blast to have rocked the state in the last six months. Earlier, on August 10 and July 14 of 2021, IED blasts took place Laitumkhrah Market of Shillong and Khliehriat in East Jaintia Hills respectively.  Hynniewtrep National Liberation Council (HNLC) had claimed responsibility for both the blasts.

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Meghalaya ( Delhi Mistan Bhandar in Police Bazaar of Khyndai Lad in Shillong area )

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