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Detonators found on Sikkim highway

Gangtok: A total of 24 detonators were found on the roadside between the Toong and Reychu highway in north Sikkim, police said here on Thursday.

The detonators were found by patrolling policemen on Monday, Deputy Inspector General, Akshaya Sachdeva said.

A powerful improvised explosive device was also found recently in south Sikkim.

Mr. Sachdeva said it was suspected that the detonators were thrown off a vehicle by its owner.

A case under the Explosive Substances Act was registered and investigations were on, Mr. Sachdeva said. — PTI

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