Bodh Gaya bombings: All 5 accused convicted

Patna | Friday | 25th May, 2018

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All the five convicts were also involved in Gandhi Maidan serial bombing during Hunkar Rally of the then PM candidate Narendra Modi on October 27, 2013.Sinha said another accused Taufique Ansari was also involved in Bodh Gaya and Patna blast case. It was according to markings, the IEDs were planted,” Sinha said.He said trace DNA sampling technique helped NIA to nail Haider.“Haider had entered temple in monk’s attire. Explosive materials and temple’s sketch with markings were recovered from Eram Lodge in Ranchi where the duo resided. One of the IEDs was planted below an ambulance for inflicting maximum casualty. Only the judge knew who was the witness deposing,” Sinha said..