A car exploded near New Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday, killing at least eight people and injuring several others. The blast ignited a fire that destroyed nearby parked vehicles. Police and emergency teams quickly cordoned off the area.
Firefighters and Rescue Teams Respond
Fire services dispatched multiple engines after the explosion near a Red Fort metro station gate. Firefighters battled flames spreading across parked cars. Rescue personnel helped the injured and cleared civilians from the danger zone.
Witnesses Describe the Scene
Local residents reported hearing a “window-shattering sound” before seeing flames engulf multiple vehicles. Police spokesman Sanjay Tyagi confirmed casualties and said investigators are determining the explosion’s cause. The Red Fort, once an imperial palace, now stands surrounded by damaged vehicles and police barriers as authorities assess the scene.
