Police probe cause for explosion in Bijnor madrasa

A man was detained for an explosion on the roof of a madrasa here on Tuesday, police said.

Circle Officer Nagina Mahesh Kumar said, "A loud noise was heard on Tuesday following an explosion on the roof of a madrasa in Bishnoi Sarai. The reason of the explosion is not yet known. One youth has been detained for questioning and search operation is underway."

According to Abdul Qadir, a madrassa staffer, there are around 15 students, including four visually impaired children, at the institute.