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Was the Red Fort car blast in Delhi a pre-planned terrorist attack orchestrated by the Faridabad module? Authorities detain suspect’s family, conduct DNA tests, and close the historic site for three days while a high-level security review is underway.
Red Fort and Lal Qila metro station closed for security reasons.
New Delhi: Delhi’s historic Red Fort will remain closed from November 11 to November 13 following the car explosion near the monument that claimed nine lives and injured 24 others. Authorities have cordoned off the area as investigations continue into what is now being treated as a terrorist attack. Lal Qila Metro Station has also been closed due to security concerns, though other metro stations in the area remain operational.
High-Level Security Review
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair a critical security review meeting at Kartavya Bhawan at 11 am today to assess the situation. The meeting will include the Union Home Secretary, Director of Intelligence Bureau, Delhi Police Commissioner, and the Director General of NIA. Jammu and Kashmir’s DGP will join virtually. Officials are expected to discuss the Faridabad terror module and measures to prevent further attacks.
Family of Suspect Detained
Authorities have detained the mother and two brothers of Dr Umar Mohammad, the owner of the white Hyundai i20 used in the blast. DNA samples are being collected from the family to confirm the identity of the body recovered from the vehicle. Investigators believe Umar panicked and triggered the explosion after two key members of his terror module, Dr Mujammil Shakeel and Dr Adil Rather, were arrested and explosives seized in prior operations.
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CCTV Footage and Planning
Investigators have reviewed CCTV footage showing a masked man, believed to be Umar, in the car shortly before the explosion. Sources indicate that he remained inside the vehicle for almost three hours, suggesting he was waiting for instructions on when and where to detonate. The blast is believed to have been carried out using ammonium nitrate recovered from Faridabad, a substance commonly used in bomb-making.
Faridabad Module Under Scrutiny
The Red Fort blast is now being linked to a terror module operating out of Faridabad. Recent raids in Faridabad and Lucknow led to the seizure of approximately 2,900 kilograms of ammonium nitrate, strengthening suspicions about the module’s involvement. The car used in the blast changed hands multiple times before ending up with Umar Mohammad. Investigators are also probing the broader network to identify other potential conspirators.
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Multi-Agency Investigation
The National Investigation Agency may formally take over the case, though the Special Cell, Delhi Police, and Jammu and Kashmir police are already involved. The National Security Guard has deployed teams on the ground to assist with the investigation. Authorities continue to examine digital evidence, DNA reports, and witness accounts to uncover the full extent of the plot and prevent further incidents.
