Overview
- The evening blast occurred around 6:52–7:00 p.m. near Gate 1 of the Red Fort metro station, triggering fires that spread to nearby vehicles.
- At least eight people were confirmed dead and roughly 11–19 were injured, with multiple victims taken to Lok Nayak (LNJP) Hospital.
- Police report the explosion originated inside a Hyundai i20 that had stopped at a traffic light, and six cars plus several rickshaws were burned.
- Forensic experts, the National Investigation Agency and the Delhi Police Special Cell are reviewing evidence and CCTV as authorities maintain maximum alert in the capital and neighboring states.
- Investigators are tracing the vehicle’s chain of ownership and have questioned former owners, and no group has claimed responsibility.