Delhi's Chandni Chowk Market Struggles to Recover One Week After Deadly Red Fort Blast

Nov 17, 2025 09:08 pm CST

One week after a devastating explosion near Delhi's Red Fort killed 15 people, the historic Chandni Chowk market district shows signs of slow recovery amidst heightened security. Wedding season businesses report significant losses as fearful customers avoid the area, with traders estimating damages between 300-400 crore rupees. Despite security measures, the normally bustling marketplace remains at only 30% capacity, revealing both economic and emotional scars left by the November 10 attack.