India News | Unknown Miscreants Lob Petrol Bomb at Meghalaya Deputy CM's House

Shillong, Apr 26 (PTI) Unknown miscreants lobbed a petrol bomb at the residence of Meghalaya Deputy Chief Minister Sniawbhalang Dhar here on Friday, police said.

His residence is located at Nongmynsong in East Khasi Hills district.

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"Dhar's residence was targeted by unidentified miscreants who threw a petrol bomb that landed on the balcony without causing any injuries," police said. Dhar promptly filed an FIR, leading to increased security measures at the premises.

A senior officer informed PTI that investigations into the incident are underway.

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The Deputy CM was not available for comments.

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