Tuesday, November 11, 2025

🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Fatal Explosion Near Delhi’s Red Fort Triggers High Alert

A high-intensity explosion in a car near the Red Fort Metro Station on Monday evening left at least **nine people dead** and more than 20 injured, according to officials. The powerful blast, which occurred in a slow-moving Hyundai i20 near a busy traffic signal, has prompted police to register a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and place the national capital on high alert. This is the latest on the **delhi blast near red fort**.

Casualties and Scene of the Incident
Official Response and Investigation into Delhi Blast Near Red Fort
Security Alert and Legal Action (UAPA)
Summary of Key Metrics

Casualties and Scene of the Incident

The explosion occurred around 6:52 PM IST near Gate Number 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station. The high-intensity blast and resulting fire gutted several nearby vehicles, including six cars, two e-rickshaws, and one auto-rickshaw. Eyewitnesses reported widespread panic and visible human remains, underscoring the severity of the event in the densely populated area. The injured were swiftly rushed to Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan (LNJP) Hospital, where many remain in critical condition. Authorities have confirmed the death toll currently stands at nine. [Read the full hospital report].

Photo of damaged car and debris at the site of the delhi blast near red fort

Official Response and Investigation into Delhi Blast Near Red Fort

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah were immediately briefed on the situation. Home Minister Shah visited the blast site and the hospital to meet the injured, stating that **”all possibilities are being explored”** and a thorough investigation will be conducted.

Teams from the **National Investigation Agency (NIA)**, **National Security Guard (NSG)**, and the **Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL)** were deployed to the site to assist in the probe and determine the nature of the explosive.
The Delhi Police Commissioner confirmed that the explosion happened in a slow-moving vehicle at a red light.

For more details on forensic investigation procedures, see the latest forensic analysis report on high-intensity explosions.

Security Alert and Legal Action (UAPA)

The Delhi Police have formally registered a First Information Report (FIR) under the stringent **Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA)** and the Explosives Act. This legal action confirms the seriousness with which agencies are treating the incident, investigating all angles including the possibility of a terror-related motive for the **delhi blast near red fort**. Following the incident, a **high alert** has been sounded not only in the national capital but also in neighboring states, including **Uttar Pradesh** and **Maharashtra**, with instructions to increase security at sensitive and crowded locations. Security updates across major Indian cities can be found here.

Summary of Key Metrics

Metric	Detail	Status
Fatalities	9	Confirmed by Officials
Injured	Over 20	Admitted to LNJP Hospital
Incident Location	Red Fort Metro Station (Gate No. 1)	Central Delhi
Legal Action	FIR Registered	UAPA, Explosives Act Sections

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What happened to the owner of the car?

The registered owner of the Hyundai i20 car, identified as Md Salman, was detained by Delhi Police in Gurugram. Police are investigating his claims that he had sold the vehicle, and they are currently tracing the chain of ownership to locate the current user.

Was a high alert issued after the blast?

Yes, a high alert was immediately sounded across the national capital, Delhi, as well as in neighboring states, including Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra. Security has been tightened at sensitive areas and crowded public places, like metro stations and major markets.

What type of explosive is suspected to have been used in the car?

Forensic teams are still conducting tests on the residue, but preliminary intelligence reports and the size of the explosion suggest the use of a high-intensity explosive mix, possibly Ammonium Nitrate Fuel Oil (ANFO). ANFO is a common industrial explosive that was also recovered in large quantities from the Faridabad terror module's hideout.

Was the suspect, Dr. Mohammad Umar, in the car when it exploded?

Based on intelligence sources and the state of the body recovered from the car, investigators believe that Dr. Mohammad Umar was highly likely the person driving the vehicle. The police are conducting DNA testing on the charred body parts to officially confirm if he was the suspect.

Was the Red Fort Metro Station closed following the incident?

Yes. While the Red Fort Metro Station was initially affected by the security alert, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) immediately issued a high alert across all Delhi Metro stations. The area surrounding the Red Fort, including Netaji Subhash Marg, was cordoned off for the investigation. Commuters have been advised by the Delhi Traffic Police to avoid the area until further notice.