Bomb Found at Former Manipur University VC’s Imphal Home — Tense Scene, Ongoing Probe
Summary
A live hand grenade was discovered early on Saturday morning at the gate of Professor Hijam Tombi Singh — the former Vice-Chancellor of Manipur University — in the Sagolband Tera Yenkhom Leirak area of Imphal West. Family members found the explosive at about 5:30 AM and alerted Lamphel police; the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDS) and local police teams were dispatched and have taken over the scene as investigations continue. No explosion or injury has been reported so far.
What happened, why it matters, and what comes next
The discovery — quick facts
Imagine stepping out to your front gate and finding a metal cylinder that doesn’t belong — that’s the jolt Professor Hijam Tombi Singh’s family felt early on Saturday. According to local reporting, someone placed a live grenade at the residential gate of the former Manipur University VC; it was spotted by family members around 5:30 AM and immediately reported to Lamphel police, who summoned the Bomb Detection and Disposal Squad (BDS). The device has been secured and is now subject to forensic examination as a criminal investigation gets underway.
FAQs
1. Was anyone hurt in the incident?
No injuries have been reported. The explosive was found and handled by police and specialists; there was no explosion at the site as per initial reports.
2. Who owned the house where the grenade was found?
The residence belongs to Professor Hijam Tombi Singh, the former Vice-Chancellor of Manipur University. Local reports identify him as the person associated with the home.
3. Have the police arrested anyone?
As of the latest verified reports, police have secured the device and launched an investigation; no public confirmation of arrests has been released yet. Follow official police updates for developments.
4. Could this be connected to other bomb scares in Imphal?
Authorities will investigate links to recent similar incidents; past occurrences of explosives being left near institutions in the city mean investigators will look for patterns, but any connection must be established by evidence
5. How should neighbours and community members respond?
Report any suspicious objects immediately to the police, preserve CCTV footage, avoid disturbing the scene, and resist circulating unverified information online. Cooperation with law enforcement is the quickest path to safety and answers.
