A deadly explosion occurred at a bustling station in New Delhi, claiming the lives of at least ten individuals and causing injuries to several others. Emergency responders swiftly arrived at the Red Fort Metro Station area where a car exploded, causing significant destruction. Disturbing footage captured after the blast revealed charred vehicles and debris scattered across the road, with a large fire erupting and damaging multiple vehicles.
Reports indicate that ten individuals have lost their lives, and numerous others have sustained injuries, with many being rushed to Delhi’s LNJP hospital for treatment. Eyewitnesses described the terrifying moment when the explosion occurred, with one resident expressing the fear of death upon hearing the blast that knocked people to the ground. Local residents recounted the intensity of the explosion, with one shopkeeper mentioning it as the loudest explosion he had ever heard, causing him to fall multiple times.
Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the car explosion, with the Deputy Chief Fire Officer of New Delhi’s Fire Department confirming the swift response to the incident. The Red Fort metro station, a popular tourist spot near the iconic Red Fort, witnesses high footfall due to its historical significance and proximity to the renowned monument, which attracted nearly 2.9 million visitors last year.
