Uttara Kannada, July 4, 2024 – An explosion near a forest checkpost in Joida taluk, Uttara Kannada district, narrowly missed causing serious harm to a group of journalists. The incident occurred when their car ran over an explosive device typically used by farmers to deter wild boars.
Details of the Incident
The explosion took place on Tuesday in Hudasa village. Journalist Sandesh Desai was driving the car, accompanied by fellow journalists Harish Bhatta and TK Desai. Fortunately, all occupants escaped unharmed. They were en route to attend a Jana Spandana programme meeting chaired by MLA RV Deshpande.
Uttara Kannada district SP N Vishnuvardhana confirmed that the explosive device was not part of a sabotage attempt. “This kind of explosive is commonly used by farmers to kill wild boars that destroy crops at night. This is not an act of sabotage; our investigation confirmed this. A case has been registered under the Explosives Act at Joida police station,” he stated.
Safety Measures and Investigation
Following the explosion, police forces promptly arrived at the scene to conduct a thorough investigation. Given the presence of Maoists along the Uttara Kannada coast, the police examined the site and recovered explosives to determine their origin and purpose.
“The car’s structure mitigated severe damage. The outcome could have been fatal if the journalists were on motorcycles or foot,” SP Vishnuvardhana added, emphasizing the fortunate circumstances that prevented a more tragic outcome.
Conclusion
The incident underscores the potential dangers faced by individuals in regions where explosive devices are used for agricultural purposes. The swift response by the police and the confirmation that this was not an act of sabotage provide some reassurance. However, the incident highlights the need for increased safety measures and awareness to prevent such occurrences in the future.
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