Delhi Red Fort Blast LIVE Updates: Amit Shah Assures All Angles Being Probed, Political Leaders Express Grief

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A powerful car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort kills 8, injures 20, and sparks panic. Families wait anxiously at LNJP Hospital as police detain the vehicle’s owner and investigate all angles of the shocking blast.

“Deeply saddened by the tragic blast in Delhi. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the recovery of the injured. All major railway stations are on high alert with special security arrangements,” he said in a post on X.

The United States on Monday said it is closely monitoring the situation and stands ready to provide consular assistance in the wake of the deadly bomb blast near Red Fort in New Delhi that has killed at least eight people and injured many more.

A State Department spokesperson told PTI that “we are aware of the explosion near Red Fort in Delhi. We are closely monitoring the situation and stand ready to provide consular assistance.”

Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha said the car, in which the blast took place, had some occupants.

According to a senior police officer, "The blast occurred in a moving Hyundai i20 car in which three people were sitting. We have not found any pellet or puncture in the body of the injured, which is unusual in a bomb blast. We are investigating all angles."

Police sources said the car was registered in the name of one Nadeem Khan and bore a Haryana number plate.

"Pained beyond words by the loss of lives in a blast in Delhi. My deepest condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Have visited the blast site and also met the injured in the hospital. My prayers for their quick recovery.

Top agencies are investigating the incident with full intensity, and will go in-depth into the incident."

"The incident of the car explosion near the Red Fort is extremely distressing and alarming. To those who have lost their loved ones in this tragic accident, I express my deepest condolences. I pray to God that the injured recover swiftly.

Every possible assistance is being ensured for the affected people. Teams from the Delhi Police, NSG, NIA, and FSL are working together on a thorough investigation of the entire matter.

I request all Delhi residents to avoid rumours and maintain peace. Please rely only on official information issued by the police and administration."

President of India posts, "I convey my heartfelt condolences to the families and friends of those who lost their lives in the blast that has taken place in Delhi. I pray for quick recovery of those injured."

"Deeply saddened by the loss of lives in the tragic blast which took place earlier this evening in Delhi.

My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families.

Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured."

"The incident of the explosion near Delhi's Red Fort is heart-wrenching. On this tragic incident, I pay my respects to the departed souls. My condolences and prayers are with the bereaved families. I pray to God that the departed souls find peace and the injured recover health soon. Om Shanti"

"I have received the tragic news of the car bomb blast near the Red Fort in Delhi. Such explosions in the national capital are deeply concerning and distressing. I extend my heartfelt condolences to those families who have lost their innocent loved ones in this painful incident, and I pray for the swiftest possible recovery of all the injured.

On matters of national security—be it Pulwama or Pahalgam—we have stood resolutely with the government. Nothing is more important than the security and sovereignty of the country.

We urge the central government to conduct a thorough investigation into this matter and to reassure the public through impartial and transparent action, while teaching the culprits the harshest possible lesson.

How long will Indians continue to live under the shadow of fear? Jai Hind!"

A powerful blast tore through a Hyundai i20 near Red Fort metro, killing 8 and injuring 24. The car, registered to Nadeem Khan (Haryana), sparked massive fire, chaos, and a high alert in Delhi as police probe all angles.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah confirmed that a blast occurred in a Hyundai i20 near the Red Fort in Delhi around 7 pm, killing eight people and damaging 3–4 vehicles. Injured individuals are being treated in hospitals. Shah said a thorough investigation is underway with Delhi Police, NIA, SPG, Crime Branch, and FSL teams on site, keeping all angles open, and that he briefed Prime Minister Modi and will visit the site personally.

According to an NDTV report, a bullet was found near the Red Fort blast site.

National Security Guard (NSG) team arrives at the spot after the blast near Gate no 1 of the Red Fort Metro station in Delhi.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah meets the people injured in the blast, at Lok Nayak Hospital.

The incident has reignited memories of Delhi’s past terror attacks, from the 1997 serial blasts to the 2005 market explosions and the 2008 strikes.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah holds a meeting with Delhi Police CP Satish Golcha and a team of doctors at Lok Nayak Hospital.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Monday expressed shock and grief over the blast that occurred near Red Fort in Delhi that claimed at least eight lives and injured several people.

Taking to social media platform 'X', he wished a speedy recovery to the injured.

"Deeply shocked and disturbed by the tragic blast near Red Fort, Delhi. The loss of innocent lives is heartbreaking. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families. Wishing a speedy recovery to the injured," Shivakumar said.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh tweets, "The car blast incident in Delhi is extremely painful and disturbing. At this moment of immense grief, I extend my sincerest condolences to the families of the deceased. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured."