DHAKA: Blockade supporters exploded four powerful hand bombs in capital’s green road area on Thursday, the third day of 71-hour blockade called by 18-party alliance.

Witnesses said pickets hurled the four bombs aiming vehicles from Rupsa Community Center lane at Green Road at around 9:35am.

None was injured in the explosion, but commuters got panicked. On information, patrol police rushed to spot and started searching suspected persons and vehicles.

BDST: 1001 HRS, NOV 28, 2013