Updated Chronology of the Red Fort Car Blast
As of 12:47 AM IST on November 11, 2025, investigations into the explosion near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station (Lal Quila/Chandani Chowk) continue, with multi-agency teams on site. The incident, which occurred on November 10 evening, has been confirmed as originating from a Haryana-registered Hyundai i20 car (first owned by Md Salman from Gurugram, later sold through intermediaries to Tariq from Pulwama, Kashmir). Eight people have been killed (including the three occupants of the car), and at least 24 injured, with some in critical condition at Lok Nayak Hospital (LNJP). No group has claimed responsibility, and causes under probe include possible IED (though no crater noted), CNG cylinder failure, or terror attack linked to recent arrests of Kashmiri suspects. High alerts remain in Delhi and neighboring states. Below is a detailed timeline pieced from official statements, eyewitness accounts, and live updates. Time (IST) Event Description Nov 10, 6:52–7:00 PM A high-intensity explosion rocks a slow-moving Hyundai i20 at the Subhash Marg traffic signal near Gate 1, Red Fort Metro Station. The blast, described as deafening by eyewitnesses (e.g., a shopkeeper who fell from his chair in shock), kills the three occupants instantly, injures pedestrians (including tourists and locals), and damages 6+ vehicles (some catching fire), 2 e-rickshaws, and 1 auto-rickshaw. Debris scatters up to 25m; shards of glass shatter nearby structures. Chaos ensues as crowds flee in panic. ~7:05 PM (within 10 min) Delhi Crime Branch and Special Branch arrive; area cordoned off. Eyewitnesses assist in rushing injured to ambulances. Fire visible from afar; locals report a “mangled” car and body on the ground ~25m away (verified via videos). 7:29 PM Seven fire tenders arrive and extinguish the blaze. Forensic teams begin initial scene examination for explosive residue. ~7:30–8:00 PM NSG, NIA, and FSL teams deploy for deeper probe. Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha confirms blast time as ~6:52 PM, notes no typical IED crater or pellets, but explores all angles (terror, gas leak, fuel fire). Car owner Md Salman detained for questioning in Gurugram; registration details accessed (Haryana plate, first owner Salman, sold to Nadeem, then a Faridabad dealer, finally to Pulwama native Tariq). Links probed to recent arrests of 8 Kashmiris (e.g., Arif Nisar Dar, Yasir-ul-Ashraf) in terror-related cases. ~8:00–9:00 PM PM Narendra Modi expresses condolences on X, wishes speedy recovery to injured, and reviews situation with Home Minister Amit Shah. Shah briefs on probe, orders CCTV analysis from 50+ nearby cameras, and speaks to Delhi CP Golcha on-site. Opposition (e.g., Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge) demands “prompt and thorough” investigation, alleging security lapses. ~9:00–10:00 PM Shah visits LNJP Hospital, meets injured victims (many with burns and lower-body injuries; eyewitnesses describe helping carry people with “no lower body” or “burning flesh”). Confirms 8 dead, 20+ injured; most treated at LNJP (heavy security, dozens of ambulances). High alerts issued: Delhi Metro, IGI Airport, Red Fort, govt buildings; extended to UP (Taj Mahal, borders), Haryana, Punjab, Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Kerala, Chandigarh, and Hyderabad (pre-bypolls). CISF on standby; border checks intensify (e.g., tense vehicle scrutiny at Noida-Delhi crossing). ~10:00 PM onward Shah announces meeting with senior officials at Home Ministry for Nov 11 morning; stresses “all angles open” pending FSL/NSG sample analysis—premature to conclude cause. Specialist bomb disposal unit arrives for overnight probe; site teems with investigators amid wreckage. Social media buzz: Speculation on Pakistan/LeT links (citing Oct 30 rally threats), false flag theories tied to Bihar polls, and historical parallels (e.g., to 2008 Delhi blasts or 26/11 Mumbai). Eyewitness videos circulate showing pre- and post-blast chaos. Nov 11, ~12:00 AM (latest) Probe ongoing; no major breakthroughs. Death toll stable at 8; injured count at 24 (some critical). Delhi remains on high alert; public urged to avoid crowds. Former DGP AK Jain links possible to recent Faridabad/Gujarat/UP arrests, calls for intel vigilance. Victim lists emerging (mostly locals/tourists); condolences pour in.
This timeline reflects verified developments up to now—expect updates as FSL reports emerge (potentially by Nov 11 afternoon). The focus remains on victim support and accountability, not speculation. If you’d like details on specific victims, probe angles, or historical comparisons, let me know. Heartfelt thoughts with those affected.
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