The exact moment a car exploded near the Red Fort in Delhi, resulting in a devastating blast on Monday, November 10, has been captured on new CCTV footage. The powerful explosion of a Hyundai i20 car, packed with explosives, happened at approximately 6:50 pm on Netaji Subhash Marg, a densely populated area. The incident resulted in the tragic deaths of 12 individuals and left several others wounded, causing widespread panic.
Authorities have officially classified the blast as a “heinous terror act” and are prioritizing the investigation with extreme urgency. The Union Cabinet, in a strong statement, reiterated India’s unwavering commitment to a zero-tolerance approach towards terrorism. Prime Minister Narendra Modi chaired the meeting where it was resolved that the investigation must be thorough and swift, ensuring that all involved, from perpetrators to their backers, face legal consequences without delay.
Early findings suggest a potential connection to an extremist group that security agencies had previously disrupted in Faridabad. This group is allegedly linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) and has ties to individuals connected with Al-Falah University in Haryana. Investigators hypothesize that the blast may have been an impulsive act following successful security operations that may have prevented a larger-scale attack planned across the nation. A doctor from Pulwama, Dr. Umar Nabi, who worked at Al-Falah Hospital in Faridabad, is being investigated as the suspected driver of the vehicle used in the attack.
The responsibility for probing this critical incident now rests with the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Following the blast, the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) convened to discuss the unfolding situation, with key ministers in attendance. The explosion not only claimed lives but also caused significant damage to nearby vehicles and property, highlighting the severity of the attack.