I followed the news closely when the explosion in *Delhi* hit the headlines. It was a massive blast, but the details were clear: Indian media itself confirmed it was a CNG cylinder accident. No group claimed responsibility. Yet, almost immediately, some outlets and social media users began linking it to Pakistan, hinting at “cross-border involvement” without evidence.

As someone observing these patterns, I’ve seen this story before. Around elections, India often witnesses sudden “terror alerts” and narratives of external threats. Analysts I follow have repeatedly pointed out that the timing is predictable: *Bihar is heading into elections*, and fear-based storytelling becomes a convenient tool to shape........

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