India has said that Republic Day is a country of pride, unity, and celebration. But in 2026, at the moment when this would mark an important milestone, the Rajasthan Police found a shocking case that may have endangered public safety. Mohammad Suleman Khan was arrested by police in Nagaur district after they discovered a large stockpile of explosives at his farmhouse. The unearthing of 10,000 kilograms of ammonium nitrate, detonators and fuse wires averted what otherwise could have been a significant safety risk.
On the eve of Republic Day, the Rajasthan Police conducted an operation in Harsore village of Nagaur district. Using intelligence, they raided Mohammad Suleman Khan’s farmhouse. What they found alarming was that 10,000 kg of ammonium nitrate was stored in large amounts, as were detonators and fuse wires. Ammonium nitrate is a hazardous chemical material that is commonly employed in fertilizers, but it can also be abused to produce powerful explosives. The amount recovered was so massive that immediate fears about the potential use of these materials were raised. Police quickly arrested Khan, who was at the site at the time of the charges, and began searching the source and intended use of the explosives.
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Rajasthan Police arrested Suleman Khan in Nagaur district after recovering a huge stockpile of explosive materials from his farmhouse on the eve of Republic Day.
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Timing of the pickup struck a very important chord. A big stockpile of explosives was obviously dangerous in the event of Republic Day ceremonies in the country; there would also be numerous public ceremonies for it including parades and gatherings. Rajasthan Police was quick to stop in its tracks and stopped what had been a catastrophe. Officials emphasized it wasn’t just to retrieve dangerous materials, it wasn’t only as a punishment, officials said, it was also to keep the people safe who were commemorating a national holiday. The discovery served as a reminder of the need for vigilance and intelligence‑ based policing in ensuring security.
Mohammad Suleman Khan had already been charged with three crimes prior to the arrest, Police said. His criminal record for some duration gave added weight to the severity of today´s charges. Investigators are now trying to determine whether Khan intended to deploy the explosives himself or give them away to other people. There, officials are also looking into the acquisition and storage of such gigantic amounts of ammonium nitrate without being caught. But this brings forth issues regarding monitoring and controlling chemical substances, of which these materials have potential for misuse.
News of the arrest was made widely in Rajasthan and beyond. Residents of the area were pleased the police got there quickly. The discovery was frightening, a lot of people said, especially considering the size of the explosives involved. The police were hailed on social media as being efficient and brave. At the same time some were concerned that such materials could somehow be stockpiled in those areas, without being discovered beforehand. There have been conversations about stricter restrictions on the storage and transportation of chemicals in response to the incident.
This is not just a single arrest. It reveals broader national security issues. Ammonium nitrate in quantities in many parts of the world have been implicated in industrial accidents and terrorism. India has rules on its use but implementation is difficult in far-off rural zones. The Rajasthan example demonstrates the imperative need to bolster security monitoring infrastructure and help prevent dangerous materials from reaching the wrong hands.
The arrest of Mohammad Suleman Khan, together with the seizure of 10,000 kg of explosives from Rajasthan, show that our vigilance to protect the public is much needed. Rajasthan Police took quick action preventing a potential disaster on the eve of Republic Day. The incident brings to light the need for effective law enforcement, proper law, and community surveillance on hazardous materials. As India is still taking pride in its national pride, the case is a reminder that threats can come upon us out of nowhere, and only preparedness and bold action can be the only way to protect the citizens.
