Explosive kept at the Punjab Police's intelligence headquarters in Mohali went off on Monday evening, triggering a blast, said reports.
The blast resulted in the shattering of windows and damage to property.
Terror angle has been ruled out, sources told NDTV.
Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has sought a detailed report from the police on the incident.
The incident happened at 7:45 pm, said Mohali police.
"A minor explosion was reported at the Punjab Police Intelligence headquarters in sector 77, SAS Nagar at around 7:45 pm. No damage has been reported. Senior officers are on the spot and investigation is being done. Forensic teams have been called," Mohali Police said in a statement.
Earlier it was reported that a rocket-propelled grenade was thrown at the third floor of the building.
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