A powerful blast shook the Nalagarh area of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh on New Year 2026 morning, triggering panic among residents. The explosion occurred near the local police station, shattering glass panes of nearby buildings and an army hospital.
Explosion Near Police Station Triggers Panic in Solan
Solan: A powerful explosion rocked Nalagarh in Solan district of Himachal Pradesh on the first day of the new year, 2026. The blast, which occurred early in the morning in a lane near the Nalagarh police station, spread panic throughout the area. The intensity of the explosion was so great that it shattered the windows of nearby buildings and the army hospital.
According to local residents and migrant workers present at the scene, the sound of the explosion was heard from a considerable distance. Eyewitnesses reported that the entire area shook violently, and for a moment, visibility was completely obscured. People sitting in tea stalls were also startled by the loud bang. The incident created an atmosphere of chaos and fear among the local population.
Upon receiving information about the incident, the Nalagarh police immediately rushed to the spot. The police sealed off the entire lane and erected barricades on both sides, initiating an investigation. SP Baddi, Vinod Dhiman, is present at the scene with his team. Given the sensitivity of the case, a forensic team from Shimla has also been called in to collect all the evidence.
The police are conducting a thorough investigation into the matter from all angles. However, it is not yet clear what caused the explosion or what was behind it. No official information has been shared by the SP or the police administration so far. The situation is expected to become clearer only after the forensic team's investigation.
Local residents are deeply shaken by the incident. Many reported that they were inside their homes or shops at the time of the explosion and were momentarily stunned by the sudden loud noise. People in the surrounding area have sought assistance from the police for security reasons.
This explosion in Solan on the very first day of 2026 has created panic in the area. The police and forensic team are continuing their investigation, and the cause of the explosion is expected to be clarified soon.
