Meghalaya on High Alert After Wave of Petrol Bomb Attacks
What Happened
A series of four petrol bomb attacks targeted government and police establishments in Shillong between September 16 and 17. The attacks hit the Directorate of Mineral Resources, Lumdiengjri Police Station, a police booth at Nongmensong, and the Directorate of Health Services campus. No casualties were reported, though vehicles and property were damaged.
Key Takeaways
Authorities have placed Shillong on high alert and intensified security around government offices and police facilities. Investigators are examining CCTV footage and other evidence, while Conrad K. Sangma's government has ordered stronger surveillance measures, including expanded CCTV coverage. The motive behind the attacks remains unclear.