A rocket-propelled grenade (RPG) was thrown at the third floor of Punjab Police’s intelligence office in Mohali on Monday night, causing an explosion.As per sources, a rocket launcher was used to fire the RPG.The police have cordoned off the area around the office and the Senior Superintendent of Police has reached the spot.
A rocket-propelled grenade is a shoulder-fired missile weapon that launches rockets equipped with an explosive warhead. Most RPGs can be carried by an individual, and are frequently used as anti-tank weapons.
However, as per a press communique released by Mohali Police, a minor explosion was reported at the Punjab Police Intelligence Head Quarters, Sector 77, at around 7:45 PM. No damage has been reported. Senior officers are on the spot and investigation is being done. Forensic teams have been called.
