A late night blast, which was loud enough to wake up pe deep slumber has left everyone in Darjeeling concerned, as well as puzzled.
The blast which occurred in front of the old super-market, has left window panes shattered in the old super market, and shutters - made of steel, in some of the shops with holes. A small crater has also been formed on the road.
Locals are worried that this will add to the atmosphere of uncertainty, which is already prevailing in the hills.
Oneindia News has quoted Darjeeling SP Akhilesh Chaturvedi, Superintendent of Police, as saying, "There was a huge blast at around 12.15 am in front of the Old Supermarketown in Darjeeling. Though there has been no loss of life or injury, most of the nearby shops have been damaged. Police are investigating to ascertain what caused the blast and who are behind the blast."
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