In the evening of Monday, a devastating explosion tore through a vehicle parked just outside Gate 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station in Old Delhi, sending shockwaves through the densely populated area. Witnesses described a loud bang and a fireball that immediately engulfed the car and nearby vehicles, leaving at least eight people dead and many others injured.
Emergency crews responded swiftly: fire-tenders rushed in, the area was cordoned off, and the city’s security apparatus was placed on high alert. A team from the city’s special police cell is investigating the cause of the explosion, which remains undetermined at this stage.
The blast occurred in a busy shopping and tourist corridor of Delhi, heightening concerns of broader public safety and prompting neighbouring states to issue alerts. Officials are examining whether the explosion was accidental or deliberate, and are reviewing CCTV footage and forensic evidence.
As investigations continue, the immediate focus remains on assisting the injured, identifying the victims, and restoring normalcy in the chaotic area that has been disrupted by the explosion and subsequent fire.
