Ranchi: A minor explosion was reported on Tuesday night at a Bharat Petroleum retail outlet in Ranchi’s Kokar area, under Sadar police station limits. No casualties were reported.BPCL, in a statement, said, “According to preliminary information, an incident occurred on the premises of the retail outlet in Jharkhand’s Kokar. No casualties have been reported. The situation was brought under control, and necessary safety protocols were initiated immediately.”The company said officials at the site are coordinating with relevant authorities to determine the exact circumstances and cause of the incident. “While preliminary reports have referred to a possible electrical short circuit, the cause will be confirmed only after a detailed assessment by the competent authorities.”Sadar police station personnel reached the spot after hearing the sound of a massive explosion. Police said the initial probe points to a short circuit. “Preliminary investigation suggests it to be a short-circuit incident. Police and forensic teams are investigating the matter,” police said.
