New Delhi: A low-intensity blast shook the tranquility of the Rameshwaram Cafe located in Bengalurus Whitefield area, leaving at least 9 individuals injured. Karnataka police swiftly confirmed it as an improvised explosive device (IED) blast, shedding light on a suspect who left his bag containing the explosive device at the scene. Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar drew parallels between this incident and the explosions that rocked Mangaluru in 2022.Connection to Mangaluru blast unveiledDeputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar highlighted striking similarities between the Rameshwaram Cafe blast and the 2022 explosions in Mangaluru. Referring to police insights, Shivakumar emphasized commonalities in materials used, including timers and other components. The bulb filament detonator, reminiscent of the Mangaluru blast, emerged as a crucial link between the two incidents.Bulb filament detonator: A common threadIn November 2022, Mangaluru witnessed an explosion triggered by an IED concealed in Mohammed Shariqs bag, resulting in severe burn injuries. Investigations revealed a pattern: the accused utilized a bulb filament as a detonator, a tactic replicated in the Rameshwaram Cafe blast. The presence of a digital timer and similar battery types further corroborated the connection between the two events.Sequence of events unraveledThe suspect, resembling a 28-30-year-old individual, arrived at the Rameshwaram Cafe via bus, ordered Rava idli, but abruptly left without consuming it. Placing his bag adjacent to the cafe, he departed, setting the stage for the unsettling blast. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) joined Karnataka police in probing the incident, responding to mounting pressure from the Opposition BJP for a thorough investigation.NIA involvement, political implicationsAmidst escalating tensions, the NIAs involvement underscores the gravity of the situation. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi condemned the blast, advocating for NIA intervention and urging the state governments cooperation. Allegations surfaced, implicating Congress in fostering radicalization, heightening the political discourse surrounding the incident.As investigations progress, authorities remain vigilant, navigating through the intricate web of clues to uncover the truth behind the Bengaluru cafe blast and its ominous connection to the Mangaluru explosion.
