Deadly Car Explosion Near Delhi's Red Fort: 9 Killed in Suspected Terror Attack

Authorities are investigating the explosion as a potential terror attack.

A devastating high-intensity explosion that tore through a moving Hyundai i20 near Delhi's historic Red Fort on Monday evening has caused extensive damage in the area. The violent blast claimed nine lives and left 20 others injured in one of the capital city's busiest districts.

Multiple vehicles were damaged in the explosion, which officials are currently examining as a possible terrorist incident.

Below are images documenting the aftermath of the deadly explosion near Delhi's Red Fort.

Charred vehicle remains in a secured area following the explosion that occurred near Red Fort Metro station on Monday. PTI

Security personnel stationed at the explosion site with damaged vehicles visible in the background. PTI

Forensic experts collecting evidence samples from the blast location. PTI

A cylinder discovered on the ground at the site where nine people lost their lives on Monday. PTI

Family members retrieving the body of Pankaj Sahni, a victim of the explosion near Red Fort. PTI

Police officers standing guard at barricades surrounding the cordoned explosion site near Red Fort Metro Station. PTI

White cloth covering the blast area where charred debris remains scattered. PTI

Grieving relatives of those who perished in the explosion near Red Fort metro station. PTI

Investigators have implemented provisions of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) after forensic examinations and intelligence reports indicated possible connections to terrorism.