Bomb Scare in Assam: Police Continue Search, Urge Public to Remain Calm

Continuing their search operations for the second day, the Assam Police recovered explosives in different locations of the state on Friday. 

In Guwahati's Satgaon, a joint operation was organized by the police and army, which led to the discovery of bomb-like materials, sources said. The area was cordoned off by the police, and traffic on the route was restricted following the incident.

In another incident, bomb-like materials covered with a bomb-resistant blanket were recovered in Guwahati's Last Gate area earlier today. After nearly 26 hours of continuous operations, the explosive materials were recovered inside a tin, wrapped in polythene.

Further, the police conducted search operations in the residence of former ULFA leader Anup Chetia in Tinsukia district’s Panitola area. Using metal detectors, they thoroughly searched the vicinity of Chetia's residence on suspicion of bomb installation.

Meanwhile, Guwahati Commissioner of Police (CP) Diganta Barah has confirmed that, out of the eight locations previously reported, suspicious items were found in only four locations.

Speaking to media persons today, Diganta Barah said, "Suspicious materials were found in only four locations of Guwahati. The objects receovered at the sites do not have triggering mechanisms and are similar to those found yesterday. There is no risk of detonation. We urge the public not to panic."

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