Miscreants detonated a large quantity of firecracker powder after reportedly combining the explosive material from around 100 firecrackers at an open field in Bogura city early Tuesday, triggering panic in the surrounding area.
The blast took place at around 1AM at the MS Club field on Monday night, according to police. No casualties were reported.
Police said several individuals collected the powder from nearly 100 firecrackers in a plastic sack and took it to the middle of the field before setting it on fire.
The material then exploded with a loud bang, accompanied by a burst of flames.
Police rushed to the scene after receiving reports of the explosion and recovered evidence, including wrappers marked 'Buri Ma' and discarded firecracker casings.
Bogura Sadar Police Station OC Ibrahim Ali said efforts were underway to identify those responsible.
“Those involved will be identified and legal action will be taken against them.''