New Delhi: A massive car explosion occurred near Red Fort Metro Station Gate No. 1, close to Gaurishankar Temple in Old Delhi, sending shockwaves across the national capital. The blast happened in a slow-moving Hyundai i20, causing nearby vehicles to catch fire and triggering panic among residents and commuters.
Firefighters and police quickly arrived, cordoning off the area and putting out fires. The Delhi NCR has been placed on high alert, and authorities are reviewing CCTV footage while urging citizens to avoid the Red Fort vicinity.
Key Past Incidents At Red Fort
2000 Red Fort Terrorist Attack (December 22, 2000): Two militants from the Pakistani terrorist group Lashkar-e-Taiba entered the fort premises and opened fire. Three people were killed, including two Indian Army jawans and a civilian security guard. The attack highlighted the fort’s strategic and symbolic importance.
2021 Indian Farmers’ Republic Day Protest (January 26, 2021): During a tractor rally, some protestors breached security and entered the Red Fort, hoisting religious flags near the main mast. The incident sparked public outrage and legal action.
2025 Car Explosion Incident (November 10, 2025): The latest blast near Red Fort has added to its history of sensitive incidents. Authorities continue investigations to determine whether it was accidental or intentional.
Timeline Of Major Explosions In Delhi
Delhi has experienced numerous bombings in crowded areas over the past two decades:
January 9, 1997: 50 injured in a blast opposite Delhi Police HQ at ITO.
October 1, 1997: 30 injured in explosions near Sadar Bazar.
October 10, 1997: One killed, 16 injured in blasts in Shantivan, Kauria Pul, and Kingsway Camp.
October 18, 1997: One killed, 23 injured in twin blasts at Rani Bagh market.
October 26, 1997: Twin blasts in Karol Bagh market kill one, injure 34.
November 30, 1997: Twin blasts near Red Fort leave three dead, 70 injured.
December 30, 1997: Four killed, 30 injured in a bus explosion near Punjabi Bagh.
July 26, 1998: Bus blast at Kashmiri Gate ISBT kills two, injures three.
June 18, 2000: Two killed, including an eight-year-old girl, in blasts near Red Fort.
May 22, 2005: One killed, 60 injured in cinema hall blasts.
October 29, 2005: Over 59 killed, 100+ injured in explosions across Sarojini Nagar, Paharganj, and Govindpuri.
April 14, 2006: At least 14 injured in twin blasts at Jama Masjid courtyard.
September 13, 2008: Five blasts in Connaught Place, Ghaffar Market, and Greater Kailash-I kill 25, injure over 100.
September 27, 2008: Low-intensity blast at Mehrauli flower market kills three, injures 21.
May 25, 2011: Minor blast outside Delhi High Court, no casualties.
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