Another explosion on Lucknow court premises

An explosion shook the District and Sessions Court premises in Lucknow, the second in as many days, sparking panic among people.

An explosion on Saturday shook the District and Sessions Court premises in Lucknow, the second in as many days, sparking panic among people.

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In a repeat of Friday's incident, the low intensity blast took place in a toilet adjacent to the fast track court at midday, police said, adding that no casualty was reported.

Police, however, termed the incident as a "mischievous act", saying the place and intensity of the explosion indicated that it was aimed at disrupting court proceedings.

Unidentified persons had set off a cracker in a public toilet in the compound on Friday also.

Protesting the alleged lack of security in the court area, members of Avadh Bar Association on Saturday suspended work. Lawyers also staged a demonstration demanding adequate security on premises.

"We are alert and taking all steps necessary to check its recurrence," SSP, Lucknow, Akhil Kumar said.