Terror outfits Babbar Khalsa International (BKI) and Punjab Sovereignty Alliance (PSA) claimed responsibility for an IED blast near Nalagarh police station in Solan. The groups stated the attack was to avenge the alleged dumping of synthetic drugs into Punjab, warning of further actions if the system does not change. The blast caused a crater and shattered windows. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) and forensic experts are investigating the incident, with police in contact with Punjab Police.