The police on Thursday arrested two individuals for allegedly illegally carrying 150 kg of explosives and 300 digital detonators in South Goa, a senior crime department official mentioned.

Gelatin sticks are explosive supplies utilized by industries for mining and construction-related work.

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The two, recognized as Bhujang Khatvkar (32) and Talak Baptist (35), had been taken into custody at Guddemol in Sanvordem space, the official mentioned.

The duo was carrying 1,200 gelatin sticks in six bins, collectively weighing 150 kg, and 6 bundles containing 300 digital detonators.

The official mentioned the 2 males revealed that they’d procured the explosive supplies with out legitimate licenses to make use of them in a stone quarry.

A case has been registered in opposition to the 2 beneath the Indian Penal Code part 286 (negligent conduct with respect to explosive substance) and the Explosive Substances Act.