India has averted a catastrophic terror attack, dismantling a plot involving 32 car bombs packed with an astonishing 3,200 kilograms of explosives. This meticulously planned operation, described as a potential serial blast of unprecedented scale, would have resulted in unimaginable devastation and mass casualties had it succeeded. Security agencies worked swiftly to uncover this ‘white-collar’ terror module, preventing a disaster that could have profoundly traumatized the nation and shaken the world.
The chilling details reveal a sinister network that had amassed a staggering amount of ammonium nitrate, enough to level entire neighborhoods. Each of the 32 planned car bombs was equipped to carry approximately 100 kilograms of explosives. To contextualize the potential destruction, a single bomb blast that previously caused significant damage in India also resulted in fatalities. The simultaneous detonation of 32 such devices would have amplified the horror exponentially.
Experts have outlined the devastating impact of detonating 3,200 kilograms of explosives. Such a blast is equivalent to 2.5 tons of TNT, capable of obliterating everything within a 50-meter radius. The shockwaves, traveling at extreme speeds, would cause immediate fatalities and catastrophic structural damage. Buildings within 150 meters would collapse, windows would shatter for hundreds of meters, and tremors would be felt across significant distances. Historical comparisons, such as the Oklahoma City Bombing and the Mumbai serial blasts, underscore the sheer scale of the averted disaster, with estimates suggesting the planned attack could have been the deadliest in history.
While a significant victory for security forces, the threat is not entirely neutralized. A critical 300 kilograms of explosives remain unaccounted for, and only three of the 32 planned vehicles have been traced. The ongoing search for the missing explosives and vehicles is crucial to understanding the full reach of this terror network and ensuring future safety. India’s vigilance remains paramount as the nation celebrates averting this horrific catastrophe.