Red Fort Blast and Faridabad Explosives Haul: Delhi-NCR Gripped by Terror
In a day of unprecedented chaos, Delhi-NCR faced twin security crises on Monday—a deadly blast near the Red Fort killing eight and a massive explosives haul in Faridabad. Authorities suspect a coordinated terror plot, triggering a nationwide alert.
Red Fort Blast: 8 Dead in Symbolic Attack
At 4:30 PM, a powerful IED explosion ripped through the outer perimeter of Delhi’s Red Fort, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as tourists and vendors fled amid smoke and debris.
- Casualties: 8 dead (including 2 children), 20+ injured.
- Response: NSG, Delhi Police, and bomb squads rushed to secure the site near Lahori Gate.
- Suspected Cause: Improvised explosive device (IED) planted near a food stall.
Eyewitness Rajesh Kumar, a vendor, said, “There was blood everywhere—people were screaming for help.” Hospitals nearby were put on high alert.
Faridabad Explosives Seizure: Chilling Warning Before Blast?
Hours earlier, Haryana ATS raided a Faridabad warehouse, seizing 50 kg of RDX, detonators, and ammonium nitrate—materials linked to major terror attacks. Two suspects were arrested, but their connection to the Red Fort blast remains under investigation.
Political Outrage and Security Emergency
The attacks sparked fierce debates:
– Rahul Gandhi (Congress): “Who allowed explosives to reach Faridabad?”
– Amit Shah’s Crisis Meet: NIA, IB, and Delhi Police ordered heightened vigilance.
– Public Anger: Trends like #DelhiUnderAttack demand accountability.
History Repeats? Red Fort’s Past as a Target
The Red Fort was last attacked in 2000 by Lashkar-e-Taiba. Experts warn the latest blast may signal a larger terror conspiracy. Former NSG chief R.C. Tayal noted, “This could be a probe of our defenses.”
Next Steps: Nation on Edge
- NIA-led probe into cross-border terror links.
- Delhi Govt. announced ₹10 lakh compensation for victims’ families.
- City-wide alerts: Increased checks at metros, markets, and monuments.
“Is Delhi prepared?”—the question lingers as security forces scramble for answers.
— Reported by [Your Name], Senior Correspondent, NextMinuteNews
