The NIA, NSG, forensic experts and local police conducted a search operation at the spot. Investigators are probing whether the materials were intended for subversive activities. The car owner, Rakibul Islam, owner of a local motorcycle showroom, has been arrested and is being questioned by the police.
Kolkata: Suspected explosives and banned chemicals were recovered from a car on Jessore Road at Duttapukur late on Wednesday night.
Police are probing whether the materials were intended for subversive activities,” a senior police officer of the Barasat District police said. Police sources said the recovered materials included explosive-like substances and iron mesh rods. Mercy said, “The investigation is underway. A motorcycle showroom in Amdanga, reportedly owned by Rakibul, had been rocked by an explosion a few years ago, according to sources.
“Explosive-like substances and banned chemicals were recovered from the car going along Jessore Road. The National Investigation Agency (NIA), National Security Guard (NSG), forensic experts and Barasat District police conducted a search operation at the spot. The car owner has been arrested. The nature and potency of the suspected explosives will be determined through further tests. Investigators are trying to establish the source of the materials, who instructed Rakibul to transport them and whether others were involved in the incident. Barasat Police District Superintendent J. The nature of the explosives is being examined. The accused has already been arrested. Further details can be provided after the investigation progresses. Investigators will also examine whether that incident has any connection with the latest recovery.