A tragic blast near Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday evening (November 10, 2025) claimed the lives of 13 people and left over 20 others injured, sending shockwaves across the nation. The powerful explosion occurred inside a Hyundai i20 car near the Red Fort Metro Station at around 6:52 pm, tearing through the busy area filled with commuters and tourists.
According to initial reports, the blast was likely triggered by a mistake during explosive handling, with sources suggesting that the suspects panicked while transporting the material. The Delhi Police and National Investigation Agency (NIA) are investigating the incident under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the Explosives Act.
Highlights of Delhi Blast Death List
| Highlight | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Date & Time | November 10, 2025, 6:52 PM |
| Location | Near Red Fort Metro Station, Delhi |
| Casualties | 13 dead, 20+ injured |
| Primary Suspect | Dr. Umar Mohammad (Owner of the Hyundai i20) |
| Explosive Used | Ammonium Nitrate |
| Linked Seizure | 3,000 kg explosives recovered in Faridabad |
| Key Agencies Involved | Delhi Police, NIA, Intelligence Bureau |
| Helpline Numbers | LNJP Hospital: 011-23233400, Delhi Police: 112 |
| Investigation Status | Raids underway, 3 more suspects in custody |
| Cities on Alert | Delhi, Faridabad, Noida, and major UP districts |
What Happened Near Red Fort
Witnesses described the explosion as “massive and sudden”, shattering nearby car windows and shop fronts. The area outside Red Fort Metro Station was engulfed in smoke and panic as bystanders rushed to help the injured.
Officials stated that the explosion may have occurred after Dr. Umar Mohammad, the car owner, panicked and accidentally detonated the explosives. He was reportedly connected to Dr. Mujammil Shakeel and Dr. Adil Rather, who were arrested earlier in the day after authorities recovered a massive 3,000 kg stockpile of ammonium nitrate in Faridabad.
The same chemical compound is believed to have been used in the Red Fort blast.
Victims and Those Injured
The victims include commuters, workers, and local residents caught in the chaos. Families are mourning their losses as police continue identifying bodies and tracing relatives.
Confirmed Dead (as of November 11, 2025)
- Ashok Kumar, 34, DTC conductor from Amroha, Uttar Pradesh
- Pankaj Sahni, 22, taxi driver from Delhi
- Nauman Ansari, 18, from Shamli, Uttar Pradesh
- Amar Kataria, resident of Srinivaspuri, Delhi
- Azad, 34, resident of Kartar Nagar, Delhi
- Kishori Lal, 42, from Yamuna Bazaar, Delhi
- Tilak Raj, 45, from Himachal Pradesh
- Mohd Farukh, 55, from Dariyaganj, Delhi
- Mohd Dawd, 27, from Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
- Vinod Singh, 55, from Delhi
- Pappu Ram, 53, from Agra, Uttar Pradesh
- Unidentified (Male), aged approx. 35 years
- Unidentified (Male), aged approx. 52 years
List of Injured (Partial)
- Shaina Parveen, 23, from Delhi
- Harshul, 28, from Uttarakhand
- Shiva Jaiswal, 32, from Deoria, Uttar Pradesh
- Sameer, 40, from Mandawali, Delhi
- Joginder, 38, from Dilshad Garden, Delhi
- Bhawan Shankar Sahmra, 30, from Sangam Vihar, Delhi
- Geeta, 26, from Krishna Vihar, Delhi
- Vinay Pathak, 50, from Aya Nagar, Delhi
- Aman, 26, identity under verification
- Ankush Sharma, 28, from Shahdara, Delhi
Most of the injured were rushed to LNJP Hospital and AIIMS Trauma Center, where medical teams are providing emergency care.
What Investigators Know So Far
Early investigations suggest the blast was not a targeted terror attack but an accidental explosion triggered by improper handling of explosives. Intelligence inputs indicate that the suspects were linked to a larger module operating between Delhi, Faridabad, and Jammu & Kashmir.
Security has been tightened across Delhi, particularly at airports, railway stations, and metro hubs.
Eyewitness Accounts
Locals near the Red Fort described scenes of utter chaos. “The sound was deafening. Within seconds, cars nearby caught fire, and glass flew everywhere,” said Rakesh Kumar, a shopkeeper from Chandni Chowk.
Another eyewitness said several people were thrown meters away due to the impact. “Five to six vehicles were completely destroyed,” they added.
Helpline Numbers
- LNJP Hospital (Emergency): 011-23233400 / 011-23239249
- AIIMS Trauma Center: 011-26594405
- Delhi Police Emergency: 112
- Police Control Room: 011-22910010 / 011-22910011