Delhi Red Fort Blast: Investigation Intensifies, UAPA Case Launched; Metro Station Closed, High Alert
An explosion in a car near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station on Monday (November 10) evening shook the capital. According to preliminary reports, nine people were killed and several others injured. Following the blast, several vehicles caught fire, causing panic in the area.
Direction of Investigation
According to reports, a Hyundai i20 came to a halt near the signal around 7 p.m., after which it exploded. Several parked vehicles and two-wheelers in close proximity caught fire. CCTV footage from the nearby area is being reviewed. The first owner of the vehicle has been interrogated, and an extensive investigation into the origins of the vehicle is underway.
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Metro and Traffic Arrangements
As a precaution, the Red Fort Metro Station was temporarily closed; however, services continued at other stations without interruption. Early in the incident, routes from and around the tragedy scene were temporarily sealed, with an announcement declaring a high alert throughout the city.
Beware of Rumors
Ignore some old or misleading photos and claims circulating on social media. The administration has appealed to trust only official statements and not to share any suspicious information.
Possible Links and Arrests
The Special Cell and other agencies are investigating the car’s route, parking timeline, and phone/digital trail. Some suspects have been questioned. The preliminary investigation is also investigating the angle related to a suspected module. Scientific analysis is underway to determine if the explosion was an IED; a final conclusion will be reached only after the forensic report.
Assistance for the Victims
The injured have been admitted to nearby hospitals, including LNJP. The administration has provided helpline numbers and necessary medical assistance. Family members and citizens should avoid rumors and monitor official updates.
Summary
- Time: November 10, ~7 pm
- Location: Near Red Fort Metro Station Gate 1
- Casualties: 9 dead, dozens injured
- Situation: Case registered under UAPA/Explosives Act, possible NIA takeover, CCTV and forensic investigations ongoing, city on high alert.
Please maintain peace, be vigilant in crowded areas, and immediately report any suspicious activity to the police.
