Jammu-Kashmir police station blast echoes 1998 Chennai 'tiffin box bomb' scare

India Nov 19, 2025

A deadly blast at Nowgam police station in Srinagar on November 14, 2025, killed nine people and left 32 others injured after seized explosives went off by accident.
This tragedy brings back memories of a close call in 1998, when a constable unknowingly brought a hidden bomb inside Chennai's Anna Salai police station—luckily, it didn't explode due to a timer glitch.

Why these incidents matter

Both cases highlight serious gaps in how suspicious items are handled at police stations.
The 1998 'tiffin box bomb' was suspected to have been planted by a person previously arrested for explosives offenses and could have caused major damage.
These events show why regular training for officers and better security checks are crucial to keep everyone safe.