An explosion occurred at a Jehovah's Witness prayer session in Kerala, India, injuring several people. Initial investigations suggest an improvised explosive device was used. The wounded were taken to hospital for treatment. Police are investigating the incident and have put security on high alert.
Hundreds of Jehovah’s Witness faithful were gathered for a prayer session at the Zamra International Convention Center in the town of Kalamassery in Kerala state when the explosion took place.
The state’s top police officer, Sheik Darvesh Saheb, said an initial investigation has revealed an improvised explosive device was used.Videos filmed right after the blast and shared online showed fire inside the convention center and rescuers helping people evacuate the building. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan told reporters police were investigating the “unfortunate incident.”Jehovah’s Witnesses identify as Christians but are guided by distinctive beliefs and practices. They are known for their door-to-door proselytism.
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