New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): A sudden loud sound near Delhi’s Mahipalpur area on Thursday morning caused panic among residents and commuters, with many fearing an explosion. Police investigations later revealed that the noise was caused by the bursting of a tyre on a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus, and not any explosive device.
The sound was heard close to the Radisson Hotel, a busy stretch that connects the national capital with Gurugram. Concerned locals immediately alerted the authorities, fearing a blast. Within minutes, several police teams were deployed to the spot to verify the situation.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (South-West) Amit Goel said a distress call had been received about a possible explosion. “The caller mentioned a loud bang while travelling towards Gurugram. Our officers reached the area and inspected the surroundings, but no signs of any explosion were found,” he stated.
Subsequent inquiries clarified that the sound came from a rear tyre bursting on a DTC bus heading toward Dhaula Kuan. A security guard stationed near the hotel confirmed witnessing the incident. “It was a tyre burst, not a blast. The situation is completely normal now,” DCP Goel added.
The loud bang created confusion and fear among people in the vicinity for several minutes before the cause was confirmed. Police said such situations often trigger panic, especially in the current climate of heightened alert across Delhi.
The capital has been on edge since the November 10 Red Fort car blast, which killed twelve people and injured several others. Following the incident, security agencies have increased patrols and surveillance in sensitive areas.
Normalcy returned to Mahipalpur soon after the clarification, with police urging citizens to remain calm and avoid spreading unverified information. Traffic flow resumed shortly after the inspection, and no injuries or property damage were reported.
Authorities reiterated that while vigilance is important, rumour-mongering can create unnecessary fear, and advised residents to report suspicious activities directly to the police rather than circulating them online.
