A car detonated near New Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday, killing at least eight people and injuring several others. The blast ignited flames that engulfed nearby vehicles and filled the area with smoke. Police cordoned off the site as firefighters and emergency crews arrived quickly.
Firefighters Respond to Intense Blaze
New Delhi fire services deployed multiple engines after residents reported the explosion near a Red Fort metro station gate. Crews battled the fire and prevented flames from spreading further. Police assisted in evacuating injured civilians and securing the surrounding area.
Witnesses Describe Terrifying Moment
A local resident told NDTV he heard a “window-shattering sound” before seeing cars engulfed in flames. The Red Fort, once an imperial palace and now a major tourist site, stood surrounded by damaged vehicles and police barricades. Police spokesman Sanjay Tyagi confirmed eight deaths, several injuries, and ongoing investigations into the blast’s cause.
