Gurdaspur grenade attack cracked: Three arrested, second grenade seized
Synopsis
Punjab Police have cracked the Gurdaspur grenade attack that rattled Geeta Bhawan Road on 27 April — and the trail leads abroad. Three men are in custody, a second grenade has been seized, and investigators say a foreign-based handler directed the entire operation. With UAPA now invoked and more arrests expected, this case is far from closed.
Key Takeaways
Gurdaspur Police and Counter Intelligence Punjab arrested three accused on 17 May in the Gurdaspur grenade throw case .
Accused identified as Amarjit Singh (Jalandhar), Karanjit Singh (Amritsar), and Satnam Singh (Amritsar).
A second hand grenade was recovered from the residence of Amarjit Singh .
Preliminary probe indicates the accused acted on orders from a foreign-based handler who supplied both grenades.
The FIR, initially filed under the Explosive Substances Act on 27 April , now also carries UAPA sections.
Police say more arrests and recoveries are expected as they trace foreign and local networks.
Gurdaspur Police, working in tandem with Counter Intelligence (CI) Punjab, have cracked the Gurdaspur grenade throw case, arresting three accused and recovering an additional hand grenade from their possession, Director General of Police (DGP) Gaurav Yadav announced on Sunday, 17 May. The breakthrough comes as part of Punjab's sustained security drive and marks a significant step in dismantling what investigators describe as a foreign-handler-directed network.
The Accused and Their Identities
Those taken into custody have been identified as Amarjit Singh, alias Billa, a resident of Ganesh Nagar, Rama Mandi, Jalandhar; Karanjit Singh, alias Karan, from Tarapur, Amritsar; and Satnam Singh, a resident of Boparai village, Amritsar. A second hand grenade was recovered from the residence of Amarjit Singh during the investigation.
How the Grenade Attack Unfolded
An unexploded hand grenade was discovered near a shop on Geeta Bhawan Road, Gurdaspur on 27 April. The police bomb squad defused and secured the device. Senior Superintendent of Police (Gurdaspur) Aditya said multiple investigative teams were immediately constituted. Analysis of CCTV footage, human intelligence, and technical data revealed two suspects on a motorcycle hurling a grenade near Ashoka Chips, a local establishment. This led investigators to the three accused.
Foreign Handler Link Under Probe
Preliminary investigation has reportedly revealed that the accused were operating on the directions of a foreign-based handler, from whom they had received the two hand grenades. Police are now working to establish forward and backward linkages, including tracing the foreign handler and any local support networks. SSP Aditya said more arrests and recoveries are likely in the coming days.
Legal Sections and Case Status
A First Information Report (FIR) was initially registered on 27 April under Sections 4 and 5 of the Explosive Substances Act at Gurdaspur. Relevant sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) have since been added, reflecting the gravity and suspected cross-border dimension of the case. Further investigation is underway.
Point of View
Cross-border network. The foreign-handler angle — if substantiated — places this squarely in the pattern of proxy destabilisation attempts that security agencies have flagged repeatedly in border districts. What is missing from the official account so far is the motive: was this targeted intimidation, a test run, or something larger? The speed of the arrest is notable, but the harder work — mapping the handler's network and plugging supply routes — has barely begun.
NationPress
2 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the Gurdaspur grenade throw case?
An unexploded hand grenade was found near a shop on Geeta Bhawan Road in Gurdaspur on 27 April. The bomb squad defused it, and police launched an investigation that led to the arrest of three accused on 17 May.
Who were arrested in the Gurdaspur grenade case?
The three arrested are Amarjit Singh (alias Billa) from Jalandhar, Karanjit Singh (alias Karan) from Amritsar, and Satnam Singh from Boparai village, Amritsar. A second grenade was also recovered from Amarjit Singh's residence.
Is a foreign handler involved in the Gurdaspur grenade attack?
According to preliminary investigation, the accused were reportedly acting on the directions of a foreign-based handler who supplied them with two hand grenades. Police are working to identify and trace the handler.
What legal charges have been filed in the case?
An FIR was registered on 27 April under Sections 4 and 5 of the Explosive Substances Act. Sections of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) have since been added, reflecting the suspected cross-border and terror-linked dimension of the case.
What happens next in the Gurdaspur grenade investigation?
Police are working to establish forward and backward linkages, including the foreign handler and local support networks. Senior Superintendent of Police Aditya has said more arrests and recoveries are likely in the coming days.
