Bhopal, May 16 -- Two commandos from the elite Counter Terrorism Group (CTG) were grievously injured when a detonator accidentally exploded during a routine mock drill at the 25th SAF Battalion premises in Bhopal on Thursday. The incident has raised concerns over safety protocols during such high-risk exercises. One commando, Vishal Singh, is reported to be in critical condition, while his colleague, Santosh Kumar, sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment.
The injured personnel belong to the Anti-Terrorism Squad's Hawk Force, a specialized unit trained for counter-terror operations. They were conducting an operational preparedness drill designed to simulate real-life counter-terror scenarios when the explosio...