Police arrested a youth with firecrackers in Kalanaur, Rohtak district. The action was part of the district administration's crackdown on unlicensed firecracker sellers ahead of Diwali. Acting on a tip-off, a police team led by Head Constable Ajay caught Rahul, a Kalanaur resident. They seized explosive materials worth ₹12,500 from him. Police filed a case against Rahul under Section 9B of the Explosives Act 1884 and arrested him. (Updated 18 Oct 2025, 22:16 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Police arrested a youth with firecrackers in Kalanaur, Rohtak district on 24 Oct 2023
- The action was part of the district administration's crackdown on unlicensed firecracker sellers ahead of Diwali
- Acting on a tip-off, a police team led by Head Constable Ajay caught Rahul, a Kalanaur resident