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Delhi 'Blast' Near Radisson Hotel Was Bus Tyre Burst, Police Say

Authorities mounted a rapid multi-agency response after a 9:19 am call during heightened security following the Red Fort blast.

Overview

  • The Delhi Fire Service received a report of a blast-like sound near the Radisson Hotel in Mahipalpur around 9:18–9:19 am.
  • Delhi Police cordoned the area and, with bomb-disposal and fire teams, conducted checks that found no suspicious device or damage.
  • A local enquiry determined the noise came from a rear tyre burst on a DTC bus traveling toward Dhaula Kuan, according to DCP Amit Goel.
  • Three fire tenders were dispatched to the location as part of the immediate response.
  • Police said the situation is normal and urged calm as citywide vigilance remains elevated after the recent Red Fort explosion.