At least 11 powerful improvised explosive devices (IEDs) were recovered and defused in Raipur upazila of Lakshmipur district. The explosives were found hidden inside two milk powder tins, according to police sources.

Recovery and Defusal

The bomb disposal unit of the Dhaka Metropolitan Police (DMP) carried out the defusal operation on Thursday night. Acting on a tip-off, police cordoned off the area in Raipur upazila before the disposal team safely neutralized the devices. The area was declared secure following the operation.

Investigation Underway

Law enforcement agencies have launched an investigation to determine who planted the IEDs and for what purpose. No formal case or general diary (GD) has been registered yet in connection with the incident, officials said. Additional police have been deployed in the area to prevent any untoward incident and reassure local residents.

Security Measures

The recovery of such a significant number of powerful explosives has prompted heightened security measures in the upazila. Police are working to trace the origin of the devices and identify those responsible. Further details are expected as the investigation progresses.