On October 29, 2023, a series of bomb blasts occurred at a convention center in Kerala, India. The blasts killed one person and injured over 30 others. The cause of the blasts is still under investigation, but police suspect that it was a terrorist attack.
Chronology of events
- 10:30 AM: The first blast occurs at the entrance to the convention center.
- 10:35 AM: A second blast occurs inside the convention hall.
- 10:40 AM: A third blast occurs outside the convention center.
- 10:45 AM: Police arrive at the scene and evacuate the area.
- 11:00 AM: Firefighters extinguish the fires caused by the blasts.
Casualties
- 1 person killed
- Over 30 people injured
Investigation
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) of India is investigating the blasts. The NIA has said that the blasts were caused by improvised explosive devices (IEDs). The NIA has also said that the IEDs were planted at multiple locations inside and outside the convention center.
Motive
The motive for the blasts is still unknown. However, police suspect that it was a terrorist attack. The NIA is investigating whether the blasts were carried out by a local terrorist group or by a foreign terrorist group.
Kerala government response
The Kerala government has condemned the blasts and has promised to bring the perpetrators to justice. The government has also announced compensation for the victims of the blasts.
Impact
The blasts have caused widespread fear and anxiety in Kerala. The blasts have also damaged the state's economy, as many tourists have cancelled their travel plans to Kerala.
The Kerala bomb blasts are a tragedy. The blasts have killed one person and injured over 30 others. The motive for the blasts is still unknown, but police suspect that it was a terrorist attack. The NIA of India is investigating the blasts. The Kerala government has condemned the blasts and has promised to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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