Delhi car Explosion blast News Red Fort Area

 On 10 November 2025, a powerful explosion occurred in a slow-moving car (identified as a Hyundai i20 with Haryana registration) near the Red Fort Metro Station (Gate 1) in Delhi. The blast happened around 6:52 pm when the vehicle was at a red light. At least 8 people were confirmed dead and about 20-24 injured in the initial reports. The explosion triggered fires in multiple nearby vehicles (cars and auto-rickshaws), and the area has been cordoned off for investigation.

What happened

• On 10 November 2025, a powerful explosion occurred in a slow-moving car (identified as a Hyundai i20 with Haryana registration) near the Red Fort Metro Station (Gate 1) in Delhi.

• The blast happened around 6:52 pm when the vehicle was at a red light.

• At least 8 people were confirmed dead and about 20-24 injured in the initial reports.

• The explosion triggered fires in multiple nearby vehicles (cars and auto-rickshaws), and the area has been cordoned off for investigation.

Investigation & Response :

The Delhi Police, along with forensic teams and the National Investigation Agency (NIA), have taken over the investigation. No definitive cause has been announced yet and authorities say “no possibility is ruled out”.

• Other states and regions have raised security alerts; for example, Uttarakhand police mobilised bomb-disposal squads and dog units following the blast in Delhi. 

Key points to note

• The location is extremely sensitive: the Red Fort area is historic, crowded, and heavily trafficked—making any blast there particularly serious.

• The vehicle was slow-moving and stopped at a traffic light, which raises questions about whether it was the intended target or merely a staging point.

• The high number of vehicles damaged and rapid fire spread suggest significant explosive force. 

• The timing: the incident comes shortly after large seizures of explosive material (about 2,900 kg) in a nearby region, which has prompted speculation about links.

What you can do (if you’re in/around Delhi)

• Avoid going near the blast site unless required; authorities are still working.

• Stay alert for official advisories and avoid sharing or believing rumours. The administration has warned against unverified social-media posts.

• If you spot any suspicious vehicle or object, report it to local police or via emergency number 112.

• For travel plans, check metro/traffic updates—some stations near the site may be closed or under extra security