Howrah Mail Explosion: An explosion in a general coach of the Howrah Mail near Sirhind railway station in Punjabs Fatehgarh Sahib district left four people injured on Saturday night. The blast, reportedly caused by firecrackers inside a plastic bucket, occurred around 10:30 p.m. while the train was traveling from Amritsar to Howrah.Details of the incidentAccording to officials from the Government Railway Police (GRP), the blast took place in the general compartment, injuring four passengers, including a woman. They were quickly transported to Fatehgarh Sahib Civil Hospital, where they received medical treatment for their injuries.GRP Deputy Superintendent of Police Jagmohan Singh stated, “The explosion took place in a plastic bucket, which contained some firecrackers, in the general compartment of the train.”Ongoing investigationAuthorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause and circumstances of the explosion. Samples have been sent to the Forensic Science Laboratory for analysis to assist in uncovering more details.The incident has raised security concerns, and further inquiries are ongoing to understand the nature of the explosion and prevent future occurrences.
