Monday evening turned into chaos near Delhi’s Red Fort metro station when a powerful explosion ripped through a car, killing at least eight people and injuring over 20. The blast was so intense that nearby vehicles melted, and the sound echoed for kilometres.
The explosion occurred in one of Delhi’s busiest and most secure zones, leaving residents in disbelief. On one side lies Chandni Chowk, the capital’s bustling trading and wedding shopping hub, and on the other, the historic Red Fort that draws thousands of tourists daily. Between the two, the road became a scene of devastation.
Mohamed Hafiz, who lives just 200 metres away, said his house shook so violently that he first thought it was an earthquake. “There was blood everywhere.
People were screaming, cars were burning, and bodies were lying on the road. It was horrifying,” he recounted.
Authorities quickly arrived at the scene, cordoning off the area and beginning their probe. For a detailed timeline of the explosion and government response, read our in-depth report — Delhi Red Fort Blast: What Happened and What We Know So Far.
Panic quickly spread across the city. Police declared a high alert, and security was tightened across Delhi and neighbouring states. Vehicles entering from Noida were stopped and searched one by one. “Everyone looked tense. No one could believe this happened here after so many years of peace,” said a commuter at the border.
As hospitals filled with the injured, crowds gathered outside Lok Nayak Hospital seeking information. Among them was Mohammed Azghar, searching desperately for his missing brother, who had been driving an e-rickshaw near the blast site.
“The police have his rickshaw, but I just want to know if my brother is alive,” he said, his voice heavy with fear.
The explosion has left Delhi shaken, reviving memories of past terror incidents. While investigators are still probing the cause, residents are left grappling with fear, uncertainty, and a haunting question — how could this happen in the heart of the nation’s capital?
Source / Credit: Information compiled from BBC, ANI, and eyewitness
Final Thoughts on the Red Fort Blast:
The Delhi Red Fort blast has left the nation in shock, raising serious concerns about safety and preparedness in one of India’s most secure zones.
As investigations continue, Delhi stands united in grief and resilience, hoping for swift justice and answers.
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