Blast Rocks Railway Track In Patiala; Unidentified Body Found Near Site

An unidentified, dismembered body was also found near the track, though its connection to the explosion remains unclear.

Written By : Ayesha Fatima | Updated at : 28 Apr 2026 10:52 AM (IST)

Punjab: Blast damages railway track near Patiala, probe on Blast Rocks Railway Track In Patiala; Unidentified Body Found Near Site

A low-intensity blast occurred on a railway track in Punjab’s Patiala district late Monday night. (File Photo)

Source : PTI

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Railway track blast occurred near Rajpura, Shambhu stations, Punjab.
Low-intensity explosion damaged Dedicated Freight Corridor track section.
Dismembered body found near site, connection unclear.
Police and forensic teams are investigating the incident.

A blast rocked a railway track in Punjab’s Patiala district late Monday night, triggering a major security response and raising concerns over the safety of critical rail infrastructure. The explosion occurred between Rajpura and Shambhu stations on the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCI) line.

According to officials, the incident took place near kilometre marker 1174/1–6 at around 8:30 pm to 10 pm. The impact damaged a section of the track, prompting authorities to immediately secure the area and begin an investigation.

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Body Found Near Site, Link Unclear

An unidentified body was recovered near the Shambhu-Ambala rail track, adding another layer of mystery to the incident. Police said the body was found in a dismembered condition, but it remains unclear whether it is connected to the explosion.

Patiala Senior Superintendent of Police Varun Sharma described the incident as a “low-intensity blast” and confirmed that forensic teams have been called in to collect evidence. “The matter is under investigation,” he said, declining to confirm any link between the blast and the recovered body.

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Heavy Security Deployment, Forensic Teams Examine Evidence

Senior officials, including the Deputy Inspector General of Police and SSP Patiala, rushed to the spot soon after the blast was reported. Teams from the Railway Protection Force (RPF), Government Railway Police (GRP), and local police also reached the site with a heavy deployment.

Forensic experts are now examining the area to determine the cause of the explosion and whether it could be part of a larger conspiracy. Authorities have not ruled out any angle so far.

(With input from agency)

Input By : Sachin

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the blast on the railway track occur?

The blast occurred on the Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India (DFCCI) line between Rajpura and Shambhu stations in Punjab's Patiala district.

What was the approximate time of the explosion?

The explosion took place late Monday night, between approximately 8:30 pm and 10 pm.

Was a body found near the site of the blast?

Yes, an unidentified body was recovered near the Shambhu-Ambala rail track. However, its connection to the explosion is unclear.

What was the nature of the blast?

The blast has been described by authorities as a 'low-intensity blast'. Forensic teams are examining the site for evidence.

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