BENGALURU, INDIA — A major security lapse during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit to Bengaluru has triggered an internal investigation after gelatin sticks, commonly used in mining and construction blasting operations, were discovered along the route connected to the Prime Minister's movement.
The incident has led Karnataka Police authorities to suspend six police personnel for alleged negligence in security arrangements. Officials confirmed that the disciplinary action was taken after preliminary inquiries identified lapses in surveillance and route sanitization protocols.
According to police sources, the gelatin sticks were found near an area that had undergone security checks ahead of the Prime Minister's visit. The discovery raised immediate concerns among security agencies responsible for safeguarding high-profile dignitaries.
Authorities stressed that there was no immediate threat to the Prime Minister and that the explosive material was detected before any incident occurred. Bomb disposal squads and forensic teams were deployed to examine the site and determine how the materials reached the secured zone.
Investigators are currently reviewing CCTV footage, examining local movement records, and questioning individuals connected to nearby construction and quarrying activities. As of publication, no arrests have been reported.
Security experts note that visits by the Prime Minister involve multiple layers of protection coordinated between local police, intelligence agencies, and the Special Protection Group (SPG). The discovery of explosive material within a monitored area has prompted calls for stricter enforcement of security procedures.
The Karnataka government has assured a comprehensive probe, stating that accountability will be fixed wherever negligence is established. Senior officials emphasized that lessons from the incident would be incorporated into future VIP security planning.
The case has renewed debate over security preparedness during visits by national leaders and the challenges of securing rapidly expanding urban areas such as Bengaluru.
— DeepState News Network India (DNN)
