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NIA arrests prime accused in West Bengal bomb explosion case
The National Investigation Agency arrested the prime accused, Ahidul Islam Molla, on April 26, 2026, in connection with a March bomb explosion in Dakshin Bamunia village, West Bengal, which killed one person and left three seriously injured. Another accused was arrested earlier by the State police in the same case.
Why It Matters
This case shows active coordination between state police and the NIA in a bomb-related investigation and ongoing legal proceedings in West Bengal.
Timeline
3 Events
NIA arrests prime accused Ahidul Islam Molla
April 26, 2026
The NIA arrested Ahidul Islam Molla of Bijoyganj Bazar, South 24 Parganas, identified as the prime accused, following a detailed examination of his alleged role in the explosion in Dakshin Bamunia village.
Another accused arrested by State police
April 2026
Another accused in the case was arrested earlier by the State police.
Explosion in Dakshin Bamunia village
March 2026
A bomb explosion occurred in Dakshin Bamunia village, West Bengal, killing one person and seriously injuring three others in March 2026.