Deep-rooted conspiracy? CCTV captures alleged sabotage bid at Howrah station

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• Security agencies and the Railway Protection Force (RPF) have launched a massive investigation after CCTV footage captured a suspicious act near the cab road area of Howrah Station.
• The footage allegedly shows a suspect throwing an object moments before a fire and smoke scare erupted during peak passenger hours, raising fears of a deliberate attempt to trigger panic and chaos.
• According to officials, the footage shows a suspect allegedly throwing an object or cover at the location, following which smoke and fire were reported moments later.
• Investigators believe the act may have been timed deliberately to create panic and chaos among commuters at one of the country’s busiest railway stations.
• Read Full Story The incident comes amid recent intelligence inputs and security warnings indicating that the railway network could be vulnerable to attempts at sabotage and disruption.