Nowgam Police Station Blast: LG Confirms Accident During Sample Collection, Not Terrorist Attack

Nov 16, 2025 07:16 pm CST

Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha confirmed the Nowgam Police Station blast was an accident during forensic sample collection, not terrorist-related. The explosion killed nine people and injured 32, with forensic teams currently investigating. Chief Minister Omar Abdullah promised support for victims' families, while National Conference president Farooq Abdullah called for an independent investigation into potential mishandling of explosives.