Jabalpur, May 30: Panic erupted in Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, near Dumna Airport when a suspicious 12-kilogram mortar bomb was uncovered during excavation work. The incident occurred on a plot owned by Sunil Yadav, where construction was underway.
According to reports, around 5:30 PM on Friday, workers digging a pit for a column noticed a heavy, iron-like object approximately four feet deep, resembling an old bomb. Initially, the villagers were unsure of its nature, but upon closer inspection, they identified explosive-like features. Work was immediately halted, and the police were notified. Shortly after, a police team and bomb disposal squad arrived at the scene.
Investigations confirmed that the object could indeed be a 12-kilogram mortar bomb. The area was cordoned off, and residents were advised to stay away.
Station Officer Rajkumar Khatik provided details, stating that workers were excavating for pillars on Sunil Yadav’s plot when the bomb was discovered, which is reported to be live. It has not yet been defused and is scheduled for detonation on Saturday.
The age of the bomb and how it ended up at the site remains unclear. Initial investigations suggest it may be an old military mortar bomb, but confirmation will come from a specialized team.
The police have also informed the army and senior officials. The bomb will be safely deactivated under the supervision of the bomb squad and army personnel. Currently, no one is allowed near the site.
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