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World War II-era unexploded shell found in Assam’s Tinsukia, defused: Army
An unexploded World War II-era ordnance was found near Singri village in Tinsukia district, near the Assam-Arunachal Pradesh border. The object, about 12 inches long and 6 inches in diameter, was recovered by locals and subsequently neutralised by the Indian Army after security measures were implemented.
Why It Matters
The incident highlights lingering wartime ordnance in the region and the importance of coordinated evacuation and bomb disposal to prevent harm.
Timeline
3 Events
UXO neutralised after transport to safe location
May 1, 2026
The UXO, measuring about 12 inches in length and 6 inches in diameter and recovered from the Ledo–Lekhapani area, was carefully handled and transported to a designated safe location away from civilian habitation and neutralised in a controlled manner without collateral damage, as stated by the Army.
Bomb disposal team deployed; area cordoned and civilians evacuated
April 30, 2026
The Indian Army’s Red Shield Division deployed a specialised bomb disposal team to the site, cordoned off the area, evacuated nearby civilians, and established a safety perimeter before the shell was transported for disposal.
Discovered during digging near Singri village (Ledo police outpost)
April 29, 2026
A World War II-era unexploded ordnance was recovered from Singri village under the Ledo police outpost after local residents digging near a shop noticed a large metallic object buried underground and alerted authorities.