Bomb found near Advani’s yatra

MADURAI: On Friday a bomb was found on the outskirts of Madurai on the route that was meant to be followed by LK Advani’s yatra or tour in Tamil Nadu.

The five-foot long bomb, linked to a 50-metre wire and four detonators and batteries, was found under a bridge at Alampatti, 30 km from Madurai. The bomb weighs seven kilograms.

Phase 2 of his yatra this morning from Madurai and was meant to arrive in Kerala via Srivilliputhur Tenkasi and Shencottah. His route has now been changed.

The first phase of his tour which covered parts of Bihar and Uttar Pradesh ended before Diwali.

Mr Advani has dedicated his Jan Chetan Yatra to promoting public awareness for “good governance” and to heighten the corruption within the government.