Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been briefed by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on the latest developments following the car explosion near Red Fort Metro Station in Delhi that claimed at least eight lives and left several others injured on Monday evening.
According to government sources, Amit Shah provided the Prime Minister with a detailed update on the ongoing investigation, including the forensic findings, initial intelligence assessments, and the security measures being implemented across Delhi and neighbouring states.
The Prime Minister has directed that the probe be carried out on priority, with full coordination between Delhi Police, the National Investigation Agency (NIA), and central intelligence agencies to determine the cause of blast.
Officials said the Home Minister has been monitoring the situation from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) control room and has instructed agencies to maintain heightened alert across Delhi, NCR, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.
Disclaimer: This is a developing story based on official and government sources. Details are subject to verification as the investigation progresses.
