Ambala: Three youths have been arrested in Ambala by the Special Task Force (STF) after being found in possession of approximately 2 kg of explosive material. Preliminary investigation into the matter revealed they intended use of the explosives. The suspects, aged 20-25, were apprehended on a motorcycle travelling from Barara towards Ambala. The explosive material was discovered concealed in a bag during a search by the STF team.

The arrested individuals are residents of Meerut (Uttar Pradesh), Ajmer (Rajasthan) and Kabansi village in Ambala district. An investigation is ongoing to determine the origin and intended use of the seized explosives. Police have yet to disclose the aim to use explosives to the media, yet investigating from arrested accused.

According to Ambala Deputy Superintendent of Police (STF) Aman Kumar, they received information that three youths, riding a motorcycle and carrying explosive material, were coming from Barara towards Ambala. Acting on the information the STF team set up barricades on the Barara-Sadhaura road completely sealing off the route. As a precautionary security measure, vehicular movement on the road was halted during this time, and traffic was diverted to alternative routes., DSP said when the youths arrived at the scene on their motorcycle, the STF team was already positioned and waiting to apprehend them.

Aman Kumar DSP said, subsequent search of the trio led to the recovery of approximately 2 kg of explosive material which was concealed in a bag. Preliminary investigations have identified the arrested three youths as residents of Meerut (Uttar Pradesh), Ajmer (Rajasthan), and Kabansi village in Ambala district. They are in the age group of 20 to 25 years. He said an investigation is underway to ascertain the source of such a large quantity of explosives, and their intended purpose.