Recovery of 'bomb-like' objects triggers panic

About 20 country-made bomb-like objects were recovered here triggering panic during the TRS-sponsored bandh today.

About 20 country-made bomb-like objects were recovered here triggering panic during the TRS-sponsored bandh today.

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"About 20 objects were seized at Tarnaka locality. But they are Diwali cracker-like objects packed in a bag. They
are harmless. There is no cause for concern," City Police Commissioner B Prasada Rao told PTI.

The seizure of the objects created panic as the supporters of the TRS-sponsored bandh went on a rampage
earlier in the day attcking petrol pumps, buses and some retail stores at Tarnaka.