Bhubaneswar, Jan. 27 -- Panic gripped Chikalakhandi village under Chhatrapur police limits in Odisha's Ganjam district after miscreants allegedly hurled a bomb at a house late on Monday night, causing extensive damage to the structure and household articles.

According to sources, the explosive was thrown at the residence of G. Kamaraju Reddy while family members were asleep inside the house. The blast led to the partial collapse of a wall and caused severe damage to furniture and other household items.

Three members of the family narrowly escaped unhurt in the incident, though they were left traumatised by the sudden explosion. Local residents rushed to the spot after hearing the loud blast and immediately informed the police.

While th...