Dhaka, Nov 18 (UNB) – At least three people were killed and many injured in a blast at a religious gathering in Rajasansi village near India’s Amritsar on Sunday.
According to reports, the incident happened during a religious ceremony of Nirankari sect that was being held in Nirankari Bhavan.
3 dead, 10 injured in grenade attack at prayer hall in Amritsar
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Initial reports indicated that two motorcycle-borne men, who had their faces covered, threw something in the crowd that caused the blasted.
Police are suspecting it to be a grenade. Identities of the deceased are yet being ascertained. The injured were rushed to a nearby hospital.
Deputy Commissioner Kamaldeep Singh Sangha has confirmed the death of three people and said the condition of one of the injured victims is critical.