In the latest update on the Delhi Red Fort car blast, investigators have identified the vehicle involved in Monday evening’s explosion as a Hyundai i20, believed to have 2–3 occupants at the time of the incident, according to sources cited by CNN-News18.
The explosion occurred around 6:52 PM near Gate No. 1 of Red Fort Metro Station, killing eight people and injuring several others. The blast, which triggered a major fire and destroyed multiple nearby vehicles, is now being treated as a suspected terror attack.
Police sources confirmed that the car’s registration details are being traced, and CCTV footage from nearby areas is being analysed to identify the people inside the vehicle before the explosion. Preliminary reports indicate that the vehicle came to a halt at a red light before it exploded, suggesting that the detonation was triggered manually or remotely.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA), Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL), and Delhi Police’s Special Cell are working jointly on the probe. Forensic experts have reportedly found metal fragments, wiring components, and traces of chemical explosives, consistent with an improvised explosive device (IED) rather than a mechanical or CNG-related blast.
The Delhi Metro, airports, and major transport hubs across Delhi-NCR have been placed under high alert, with enhanced security checks and canine units deployed. Traffic diversions remain in place around Red Fort, Daryaganj, and Chandni Chowk as investigators continue to collect evidence.
Meanwhile, one suspect is already in custody, as reported earlier by CNN-News18, and is being questioned over possible links to the blast and the ownership of the vehicle.
Home Minister Amit Shah has briefed Prime Minister Narendra Modi and is personally monitoring the situation from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). The government has urged citizens to remain calm and avoid circulating unverified videos or rumours on social media.
Disclaimer: This is a developing story. Official details are based on preliminary investigations and media reports. Updates will follow as more information becomes available.
