Hey everyone! Yesterday evening (Nov 10), a devastating car explosion rocked the busy streets near Delhi's iconic Red Fort, leaving at least 13 people dead and over 20 injured 😔. This is the first blast in Delhi since 2011.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who flew to Thimphu for a state visit to Bhutan, expressed deep sorrow at a public event: 'Our agencies will get to the very bottom of this conspiracy… All those responsible will be brought to justice.' He’s vowed a swift, no-nonsense investigation 🚨.
Authorities are treating the incident under India's main anti-terror law, the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act – basically a toolkit to tackle terrorism and threats to national integrity. Deputy Commissioner Raja Banthia said the probe is in its early stages, so comments are still limited 🔍.
This morning, crime scene teams combed through the mangled car and nearby wreckage. Shops around the Old Delhi market and Red Fort metro station remained shut, and security has been ramped up across the capital for thorough checks.
The car reportedly stopped at a traffic signal just before 7 PM local time when it exploded, damaging nearby vehicles and tragically killing the unknown occupants. Police are tracing the car’s owner and hope to uncover more clues soon.
For a city used to the hustle of Chandni Chowk’s street food stalls and crowded bazaars, this blast is a stark reminder of the importance of safety and vigilance. We’ll keep you posted as more details emerge ✌️.
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India's Modi vows action against those behind Delhi car blast
cgtn.com
