Two grenade-like objects were found near the main entrance of Hazrat Shah Makhdum Airport in Rajshahi on Tuesday morning, prompting security measures that led to Power, Energy and Mineral Resources Iqbal Hassan Mahmoo Tuku being escorted out through a rear gate.
The objects were spotted in front of the airport’s main gate around 10:55am after a local resident informed police personnel stationed there, said Airport Police Station Officer-in-Charge (OC) Robiul Islam.
Police immediately cordoned off the area and took steps to secure the objects.
The minister arrived at the airport on a flight at 10:50am and was inside the VIP lounge when authorities informed him about the discovery.
For security reasons, he was taken out through the airport’s rear gate.
He later left for Bogura by road.
Rajshahi Metropolitan Police spokesperson and Deputy Commissioner Gaziur Rahman said the two objects had been moved to a safe location and defused.
Police said further necessary action would be taken over the incident.