Sounds of explosion outside BJP office in Chandigarh, police cordon off area

Sounds of explosion were heard outside the office of the Punjab BJP office here on Wednesday evening.

The sounds were heard around 5 pm, said state BJP leader Vineet Joshi.

According to medial reports, the explosion caused minor damage to vehicles parked nearby, with visible impact marks on scooters and cars in the vicinity.

Senior police officers, including Senior Superintendent of Police Kanwardip Kaur, reached the spot to take stock of the situation. Police cordoned the area.

While the exact cause of the explosion remains unclear, officials are examining all possibilities, including a suspected low-intensity device.

Joshi said police is investigating the matter. Further details are awaited.