A major security alert was triggered on New Year&rsquo;s Eve in Rajasthan after police in Tonk intercepted a vehicle carrying a large cache of explosive material and arrested two men.
The suspects, identified as Surendra Patwa and Surendra Mochi, both residents of Bundi district, were taken into custody following a targeted operation by the District Special Team.
Acting on specific intelligence, the team stopped a car in the Baroni police station area late Tuesday night. A search of the vehicle led to the recovery of around 150 kilograms of ammonium nitrate, which had been hidden inside sacks of urea fertiliser.
Police officials said the men were allegedly transporting the consignment from Bundi to Tonk for supply. Along with the ammonium nitrate, officers seized 200 explosive cartridges and six bundles of safety fuse wire, measuring approximately 1,100 metres. The vehicle used to transport the materials was also confiscated.
According to investigators, the operation was carried out swiftly after the tip-off, preventing what officials described as a potentially serious threat on a sensitive night. The accused are being questioned to determine the source of the explosives, their intended destination and purpose, and whether the material was meant for illegal activities, including unauthorised mining or other unlawful use.
Police said further investigation is underway to establish any wider links connected to the seized materials and to assess possible security implications.

New Year’s Eve scare as explosives seized in Tonk

Police intercept car with 150 kg explosives in Rajasthan, two men taken into custody

New Year’s Eve scare as explosives seized in Tonk

Police intercept car with 150 kg explosives in Rajasthan, two men taken into custody

December 31, 2025 | 15:34 IST