PATNA: Bodh Gaya was today put on high alert after two bombs were found in the pilgrimage town where the Dalai Lama is at present on a visit, even as an NIA team reached this evening to join the probe, top police officials said.
“A team of the National Investigation Agency reached Bodh Gaya late this evening. It will aid in investigations by the Anti Terrorist Squad of the Bihar Police which is camping at Bodh Gaya,” Additional Director General of Police Vinay Kumar said.
The two bombs were found from the town after an explosion-like sound was heard amid stringent security measures in view of the Dalai Lama’s stay.
“Our team of forensic experts and a bomb disposal squad had reached Bodh Gaya last night. They removed the suspected explosive devices from the spot and kept them at a secluded spot where they will be defused later,” the police official said.
“Although our experts have examined the devices, they are waiting for the central agency to have a look at the same before they are defused,” he added.
Inspector General of Police, Patna zone, N H Khan said, “The entire pilgrim town has been put on high alert in view of the presence of the Dalai Lama and the constant influx of high-profile visitors who wish to meet the Tibetan spiritual leader.” (AGENCIES)
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