The district administration and Panchkula police have issued a public advisory ahead of a high-calibre bomb trial by the Terminal Ballistics Research Laboratory (TBRL), a Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) unit, at the Ramgarh Range on May 31.
Trial Details and Safety Measures
The trial is scheduled between 10.30am and 12.30pm. Officials have warned that bomb splinters could travel up to 1.5 kilometres, leading authorities to declare a 2-kilometre radius around the blast site as a sensitive safety zone. Villages Bhanu and Billa fall within the designated danger zone, and residents have been advised to exercise extra caution.
Police have urged residents to avoid unnecessary outdoor movement during the trial period and to strictly follow directions issued by authorities. DCP Srishti Gupta said adequate security and safety arrangements are in place and appealed for cooperation from the public. Residents have been asked to report any emergency or suspicious activity to the police immediately.
The administration also cautioned against rumours, assuring that all safety protocols and precautionary measures will be strictly followed.
Trial Advisory at a Glance
- Date & Time: May 31, 10.30am – 12.30pm
- Location: TBRL Ramgarh Range
- Risk Zone: Splinters may travel up to 1.5 km
- Safety Radius: 2 km area marked sensitive
- Villages Affected: Bhanu, Billa
- Public Advisory: Avoid outdoor movement; follow official instructions
- Helpline: Report emergencies/suspicious activity to police
- Note: Do not pay attention to rumours; safety protocols in place
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