Major security lapse: Gelatin sticks found near PM Modi's event in Bengaluru
Explosive gelignite sticks near PM Modi’s Bengaluru route triggered a widening investigation—moving from a “routine” find to questions of possible IED-like circuitry and security gaps. - (10 May, Hindustan Times; The Hindu) A threat call preceded recovery of two gelatin sticks near Tataguni/Kaggalipura, close to the Art of Living route. - (11 May, The Hindu; News18) The NIA joined; intel sources reportedly found *no specific credible assassination intelligence* so far. - (12 May, Indian Express; The Hindu) Officials said wires/circuit components suggested possible timer functionality; a man making hoax calls was detained. - (13 May, Hindustan Times) Multi-agency scrutiny intensified after electronic parts were found, prompting speculation about disruption vs. detonation. - (25 May, News18) Six police personnel were suspended, pending inquiry, over alleged lapses connected to the find. > How it looks like: intent and responsibility remain unclear, but the incident is being treated as a serious security and process failure.
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