Tamulpur: On Thursday, a 32-year-old man was reportedly killed in an explosion at the Sukanjuli firing range on the Indo-Bhutan border in Tamulpur, Assam.
Khempo Narzary, a resident of Hartola village, entered the restricted area during an ongoing armed training session involving the Indian Army’s Punjab and GR Tan Madras Regiments.
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He reportedly began collecting remnants of bomb gunpowder, including an 81mm mortar bomb.
Unfortunately, the bomb detonated while he attempted to break it apart, claiming his life.
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Police responded promptly upon receiving information about the incident. They recovered Narzary’s body and initiated an autopsy.
Further investigation is being carried out regarding the incident.