Newly emerged CCTV footage has captured the terrifying moment when a Hyundai i20 car exploded near Delhi's historic Red Fort, sending shockwaves through the crowded lanes of Old Delhi and claiming twelve lives.
The Moment of Explosion
The video clip, shared by news agency ANI, shows the vehicle suddenly bursting into flames and completely disintegrating within seconds. The powerful blast sent shards of metal and flames flying across the street, causing widespread panic among pedestrians and shopkeepers in the congested area.
The impact was so devastating that nearby vehicles were immediately engulfed in flames and severely damaged. Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos as people ran for safety while the fire spread rapidly through the narrow lanes surrounding the Lal Quila Metro Station.
Government Response and Terror Designation
The Indian government officially condemned the incident as a terrorist attack during a Cabinet briefing on Wednesday. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated, "The country has witnessed a heinous terrorist incident perpetrated by anti-national forces through a car explosion near Red Fort on 10th November."
The declaration came shortly after Prime Minister Narendra Modi concluded a crucial Cabinet Committee on Security meeting to review the situation and assess the ongoing investigation into the attack. The government's resolution marks a significant escalation in the official response to Monday's tragedy.
Victims and Forensic Findings
According to preliminary post-mortem reports, the victims sustained catastrophic injuries from the blast wave. Most injuries were concentrated on the upper body, head, and chest, with many victims suffering multiple fractures, severe head trauma, and deep wounds with heavy bleeding.
Medical officials confirmed that the explosion caused extensive internal damage, including ruptured lungs, eardrums, and abdominal organs. The pattern of injuries suggests that many victims were thrown against hard surfaces by the tremendous force of the blast.
Forensic experts have made a crucial discovery: no splinter traces were found on the bodies or clothing of victims. This finding has prompted investigators to send samples for laboratory analysis to determine the exact type of explosive used in the attack.
Investigation Intensifies
The National Investigation Agency has formed a dedicated team to probe the Delhi car blast. Investigators believe the attack was executed by a Jaish-e-Mohammad module that was recently uncovered by Indian security agencies.
The special investigation team is being headed by senior officers of Superintendent of Police rank and above, indicating the high priority being given to the case. The team will conduct a coordinated and comprehensive investigation into all aspects of the terrorist incident.
In a significant development, the Forensic Science Laboratory collected DNA samples from the mother of Dr Umar Un Nabi, who was allegedly driving the i20 car that exploded near the Red Fort. This procedural step is part of the standard investigation protocol to establish identities and connections in such cases.
The Monday evening explosion has raised serious security concerns in the national capital, particularly in crowded areas with historical significance. Security agencies have heightened vigilance across Delhi while the investigation continues to uncover the complete network behind the attack.
