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Crime
Fourth petrol‑bomb attack hits Shillong within 48 hours, police ask for central forces
✍️ The Assam Tribune
🗓 24 Oct 2026, 04:32 AM
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A fourth petrol‑bomb was detonated in Shillong within two days, prompting state police to request deployment of central security forces.
A fourth petrol‑bomb exploded in Shillong within a span of 48 hours, marking a rapid succession of violent incidents in the city. The latest blast occurred in a densely populated area, adding to three similar attacks reported in the same period.
Meghalaya police have formally appealed to the central government for the deployment of additional security forces to contain the escalating threat. Officials said the request aims to bolster local policing capacity and to assist in a thorough investigation of the coordinated bombings.
Authorities have not released detailed casualty figures or the identity of the perpetrators. The police continue to gather forensic evidence and are urging the public to remain vigilant while the investigation proceeds.
Meghalaya police have formally appealed to the central government for the deployment of additional security forces to contain the escalating threat. Officials said the request aims to bolster local policing capacity and to assist in a thorough investigation of the coordinated bombings.
Authorities have not released detailed casualty figures or the identity of the perpetrators. The police continue to gather forensic evidence and are urging the public to remain vigilant while the investigation proceeds.