Nowgam Blast LIVE Updates: 9 Dead as Explosives Detonate at Srinagar Police Station

A massive explosion at the Nowgam Police Station in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, has left 9 people dead and more than 20 injured, triggering panic in the surrounding area. Police have cordoned off the entire zone and urged the public not to speculate or circulate unverified information as the investigation progresses.

Accidental Explosion, Says Police

Senior officials from the Jammu & Kashmir Police have confirmed that the blast appears to be an accidental detonation rather than a terror attack. According to authorities, the incident occurred during a forensic sampling operation involving explosive material stored at the station.

FSL Team Examining Faridabad Explosives

The explosives that detonated were originally seized from Faridabad, Haryana, as part of an ongoing investigation into a suspected terror module. An expert team from the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) had been called in to collect samples and conduct tests on the recovered material when the explosion occurred.

Large Cache of Explosives Triggered Blast

Officials revealed that the explosive cache included large quantities of ammonium nitrate and other sensitive materials weighing several hundred kilograms. The volatile nature of the seized items is believed to have contributed to the scale and intensity of the blast.

High-Level Probe Launched

A comprehensive investigation has been activated immediately. Police, forensic teams, and other agencies are jointly assessing the circumstances that led to the detonation. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) is also expected to be involved, given the explosive material’s link to a broader terror-related probe.

Police to Address Media Shortly

Authorities have stated that a formal briefing will take place soon. Senior officers will present verified information on casualties, the cause of the explosion, and safety measures being taken to avoid further incidents. They also aim to dispel rumors circulating across social media platforms.

Locals Describe Moments of Horror

Residents living near the Nowgam police complex reported hearing extremely loud blasts, followed by heavy smoke rising from the compound. One resident said,
“I’ve lived here all my life, but I’ve never heard a blast this loud. It felt like the ground trembled.”

Situation Under Control, Investigation Continues

Security forces have secured the site, and emergency teams are assisting the injured. While officials continue to investigate what triggered the accidental blast, they reaffirm that there is no immediate threat of another explosion and have urged the public to remain calm and rely only on official updates.