Namsai, July 14: Three mortar shells were found during a construction work in Piyong Circle in Arunachal Pradesh’s Namsai district on Friday.
According to reports, the mortal shells were recovered during a routine excavation for a construction project in Piyong Circle.
The workers unearthed the 81 mm mortar shells.
“The mortal shells were found during a construction work. The workers unearthed the mortar shell. We have immediately informed the police about the matter. They reached the spot and started investigation,” said a local resident.
Meanwhile, police have started investigation to find out the truth behind the mortar shells.
Authorities are currently investigating the incident, suspecting the involvement of a militant outfit that potentially buried the bombs several years ago.
In January, security forces successfully intercepted a cache of explosives in the Krishnapur area of Namsai district.
“Sometimes, the insurgent groups buried the explosives to hide them from security forces. During emergency hours, they buried the explosives,” said a source.
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