A devastating explosion rocked the Nowgam police station in Srinagar late Friday, leaving at least 9 dead and 30 injured – a grim reminder of escalating tensions in Indian-administered Kashmir. 💔
The blast occurred as officers and forensic teams examined explosives seized from another investigation into a recent car bombing in Delhi. 🔍💣 Sparks reportedly ignited stored materials, triggering a fire that engulfed the building and nearby vehicles. 🚒🔥
Most victims were police and forensic experts handling the volatile evidence. While authorities remain tight-lipped, locals describe scenes of chaos: "The windows shattered three blocks away," one resident told reporters via WhatsApp voice note. 📱
This tragedy hits as Kashmir enters its harsh winter, with many questioning evidence-handling protocols. ❄️⚖️ As families mourn, the incident raises urgent questions about security measures in one of Asia's most sensitive regions.
