Red Fort Car Blast in New Delhi: 8 Dead, 20 Injured — Massive Investigation Underway
By News90 | November 10, 2025
New Delhi (News90): A massive explosion in a Hyundai i20 car near the iconic Red Fort on Monday evening has left the national capital shaken. The tragic blast, which occurred at 6:52 PM near the Red Fort Metro Station, has resulted in eight deaths and left 20 others injured, according to officials present at the scene.
The normally crowded area — filled with tourists, commuters, and evening traffic — was thrown into chaos as plumes of fire, burning vehicles, and panicked screams took over the busy road. Authorities immediately rushed in to contain the blaze and secure the site.
The Blast: What Happened?
The explosion took place in a slow-moving Hyundai i20 that had come to a halt at the traffic light near Red Fort. Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha confirmed that multiple occupants were inside the car at the time of the blast. The intensity of the explosion left the vehicle mangled and destroyed several nearby cars.
Terrifying visuals show flames engulfing the vehicle, with burnt chassis and shattered metal scattered across the road. The impact was so severe that parts of nearby vehicles were found several meters away.
High Alert Issued Across Delhi
Following the deadly blast, Delhi has been placed under high alert. An immediate emergency response was activated:
- 20 fire engines dispatched to the spot
- Delhi Police Special Cell deployed
- Anti-Terror Squad teams sent for on-ground analysis
- Metro security tightened
- Nearby market and roads sealed
A large security perimeter has been created near the Red Fort to facilitate evidence collection and prevent crowding.
Connection to Faridabad Explosive Seizure?
Shockingly, the blast occurred just hours after Jammu & Kashmir Police recovered 3,000 kg of explosives from two buildings in Faridabad, Haryana. The seized materials included:
- 350 kg ammonium nitrate
- Detonators
- Wiring and triggering devices
- Multiple chemical compounds
Both operations — the Faridabad seizure and the Delhi blast — are being investigated to determine whether they are connected or part of a coordinated network.
Car Ownership: A Major Breakthrough
Hours after the blast, a major lead emerged. Sources told News90 that one of the previous owners of the exploded Hyundai i20 was identified as a resident of Pulwama, Jammu & Kashmir. Haryana Police have already arrested Mohd Salman, the original owner. Salman told investigators he had sold the car to a man named Tariq from Pulwama. What remains unclear is whether Tariq later sold the car to a third person.
This chain of ownership is now crucial to tracing the final user of the vehicle at the time of the explosion.
Questioning of J&K Doctors Arrested in Faridabad Case
The two Kashmiri doctors arrested recently in the Faridabad terror conspiracy case are now being questioned about the Delhi blast. Their interrogation is focused on:
- Links between the seized explosives and the blast
- Possible involvement of sleeper cells
- Financial trail of the materials
- Communication records
Home Minister’s Statement
Union Home Minister Amit Shah addressed the incident late Monday, stating that investigators are “probing all angles” and “no possibility is being ruled out.” He assured Delhi residents that additional forces have been deployed to ensure city-wide security.
Eyewitness Accounts: Scenes of Panic
Several eyewitnesses described the horrifying moment of the blast:
“I heard a loud explosion and saw huge fire. People were screaming and running everywhere.” — Local shopkeeper
“Cars behind us caught fire instantly. It looked like a war zone.” — Auto driver
The area around the blast site was quickly filled with smoke, burning metal, and injured civilians.
Why the Red Fort Area Is Sensitive
The Red Fort is one of India’s most protected heritage sites and a high-security zone. A blast in such a location raises significant concerns about:
- Security lapses
- Possible surveillance failures
- Potential terror links
- The broader pattern of recent explosive-related incidents
Investigative Directions
Teams are working on multiple possibilities:
- Accidental blast due to chemical materials in the car
- Deliberate detonation via triggering device
- Terror plot with broader network links
- Remote or timed explosive mechanism
Forensic teams are scanning the blast residue to identify chemical compositions and fragmentation patterns.
Delhi Police Commissioner’s Briefing
Commissioner Satish Golcha stated that:
- The car explosion was “high intensity.”
- Nearby vehicles suffered major damage.
- Occupants in the car might include suspects.
- Investigation requires deep forensic analysis.
The Area Tonight: Empty, Silent, and Guarded
Normally buzzing with tourists and evening shoppers, the Red Fort area turned into a controlled zone overnight. Roads were shut, metro exit gates limited, and a massive police presence was visible.
National Reaction
Political leaders, activists, and citizens expressed shock:
- Calls for stronger surveillance systems
- Debate on potential cross-border linkages
- Concern over similar incidents in the region
- Demand for transparency in the Faridabad explosives case
The Larger Picture: Pattern or Coincidence?
The recovery of 3,000 kg explosives hours earlier raises serious questions:
- Are sleeper cells active in NCR?
- Was this blast a retaliation?
- Is there a coordinated network operating across Haryana & Delhi?
While it is too early to conclude, investigators are exploring every connection.
Impact on Public Movement
Security has been tightened across:
- Delhi Metro
- Major markets
- Railway stations
- Bus terminals
- National highways entering Delhi
What Comes Next?
The next 48 hours are crucial. Officials will focus on:
- Forensic reconstruction of the explosion
- Tracking SIM cards linked to the car owners
- Examining CCTV footage
- Tracing last-known locations of the vehicle
- Questioning of terror suspects and detainees
Delhi Police and central agencies will soon release a detailed preliminary report.
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