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Red Fort Blast Toll Climbs as Hospital Confirms Another Death

Recent reports place the toll between 11 and 13, with unidentified remains under forensic review and several patients still critical.

Overview

  • Lok Nayak Hospital reported that Bilal, 35, died after surgery for a penetrating abdominal injury and severe burns, pushing the toll higher.
  • Times of India reported 13 deaths, while Hindustan Times cited at least 11, reflecting differing counts as identifications continue.
  • LNJP is treating 24 injured patients, with six in critical condition, in a 70-bed disaster ward staffed round the clock by multidisciplinary teams.
  • Doctors described blast-specific trauma including deep burns, ruptured eardrums, pneumothorax, internal organ damage, and emergency eye and limb procedures.
  • Forensic testing of dismembered and unidentified remains is pending at the FSL, which officials say will help confirm the final casualty count and blast particulars.