Powerful Car Blast Near Delhi’s Red Fort Declared Terror Attack; NIA Takes Over Probe
A powerful explosion near one of India's most iconic monuments shook the capital, prompting a nationwide alert as investigators piece together links to a suspected terror module operating from Faridabad
Investigators Trace Explosives Trail and Suspected Network
A powerful explosion ripped through the heart of Old Delhi on the evening of November 10-when a Hyundai i20 car burst into flames near Gate 1 of Red Fort Metro Station, killing at least eight people and leaving many seriously injured. The blast, which occurred in a crowded area, caused nearby vehicles to catch fire and sent shockwaves across the city.
Preliminary investigations have identified the explosion as a terror-related act, and now the NIA is officially leading the probe. The case has been registered under the UAPA, and multi-agencies are working in coordination to trace the masterminds.
Forensic reports point out that the victims suffered from ruptured eardrums, lung injuries, and internal organ damage, which confirms the extreme intensity of the blast. Authorities have also linked the incident to a massive cache of 3,000 kg of explosives recovered in Faridabad, believed to be part of the same terror network.
Further, DNA tests confirmed that the driver of the car was the biological son of one of the detained suspects, further strengthening the chain of evidence. A spate of raids in Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh has led to multiple arrests related to what officials term a “white-collar terror cell.”
Security has been beefed up across the National Capital Region, particularly at government buildings, transport hubs and tourist sites following the incident. Checkpoints have been established across Delhi and its nearby towns of Noida and Ghaziabad, with security personnel on high alert.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah condemned the attack and termed it a cowardly attempt to disrupt peace, promising that “those responsible will face the harshest punishment.” Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta announced an ex gratia of ₹10 lakh for the families of the deceased and assured full support for the injured victims.
The blast, near a symbol of India’s independence and heritage, has triggered renewed focus on urban security and intelligence coordination. The NIA is also continuing its efforts to track the possible links between domestic handlers and foreign groups as it pieces together how the explosives were sourced, transported, and detonated.
