Panic gripped the Arabindanagar Lane-2 area under the Khallikote NAC in Odisha’s Ganjam district on Thursday morning following a massive and terrifying explosion inside a residential house.
The blast was so powerful that it blew away iron security grills, triggered major structural cracks, and partially collapsed the building’s walls.
The exact trigger behind the explosion remains officially unconfirmed as local authorities scramble to piece together the sequence of events. However, preliminary assessments by the local police force suggest that the blast may have been caused by explosive materials illicitly or unsafely stored inside the premises.
The Khallikote Police promptly cordoned off the area to secure the zone and launched a comprehensive investigation. Forensics and specialised investigation teams are anticipated to examine the debris to uncover the exact nature of the materials involved. Further details are awaited as the probe unfolds.
