A car detonated near New Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday, killing at least eight people and injuring several others. The blast ignited a fire that destroyed nearby vehicles and prompted chaos in the surrounding area. Police cordoned off the site as emergency teams rushed in.
Firefighters Respond Quickly
City fire services deployed multiple fire engines after the explosion near a Red Fort metro station gate. Firefighters extinguished flames engulfing several parked vehicles and cleared the area for rescue operations. Authorities evacuated injured civilians and secured the perimeter.
Witnesses Describe Shock and Damage
Local residents reported hearing a “window-shattering sound” before seeing flames consume cars. Sanjay Tyagi, a police spokesperson, confirmed casualties and said investigators are probing the explosion. The Red Fort, a former imperial palace and prominent tourist site, stood amid scorched vehicles and a heavy police presence.
