A major revelation in the Delhi Red Fort blast investigation shows that key suspect Dr. Muzammil reportedly told investigators he and Dr. Umar Nabi had conducted a reconnaissance of the Red Fort earlier this year as part of a larger terror plan, according to NDTV.
Muzammil reportedly revealed a planned attack on Republic Day, January 26, 2026, targeting the Red Fort area, and disclosed an aborted plan to attack a crowded place during Diwali.
The Delhi Police remain on high alert following a powerful car explosion near the Red Fort metro station on November 10, 2025, which killed 13 people and injured several others. The investigation has been handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), signaling that the government is treating the blast as a terror act.
The car involved has ties to a Pulwama-based doctor linked to a terror module busted recently in Faridabad, Haryana. Security across Delhi has been intensified with thorough checks at all entry and exit points and major public places to prevent further threats.
Was Delhi Blast a Planned Attack?
Interrogation of Dr. Muzammil, a senior figure in the terror module, has revealed that he and Umar conducted a detailed recce of the Red Fort in the first week of January 2025 for a planned attack on Republic Day.
The module had also aimed to target a crowded public place during Diwali but was unable to carry out that plan. This intelligence, retrieved from Muzammil’s phone data, provides critical insight into the premeditated nature of the terror plot targeting iconic and symbolic sites in Delhi.
Delhi Blast Major Update
Preliminary investigations indicate the blast was triggered accidentally as the suspect, Dr. Umar Nabi, tried to move or dispose of a partially assembled homemade bomb inside a Hyundai i20 car near the Red Fort, according to media reports.
The explosion occurred while the vehicle was in motion, and evidence suggests the device was not fully armed, as no crater or projectile damage was found. The suspect’s panic is understood to have followed a major intelligence-led crackdown on the terror module in Faridabad, Haryana, where nearly 2,900 kilograms of explosives were seized across Kashmir, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.
This network is reportedly linked with extremist groups Jaish-e-Mohammed and Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind. Arrests linked to the module include Dr. Muzammil Ganaie and Dr. Shaheen Sayeed, with Shaheen reportedly leading the female recruitment wing of Jaish in India.
Delhi Red Fort Blast: What Happened?
The explosion occurred near the Red Fort attracted swift government and law enforcement response. The vehicle involved, a Hyundai i20, was traced to Dr Umar Mohammad, a doctor from Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, linked to an inter-state terror module.
This module was uncovered during raids in Faridabad, where nearly 3,000 kilograms of explosives were seized. Officials suspect the blast may have been triggered unintentionally during the transport of explosives. Following multiple arrests related to the module, panic may have caused the premature detonation near a congested area, killing 13 people.
Delhi on High Alert
Following the blast, senior police officers along with paramilitary forces are conducting intense scrutiny at all Delhi borders including Ghazipur, Singhu, Tikri, and Badarpur. Vehicle checks are also underway at busy markets, metro stations, railway terminals, and bus stands to detect any suspicious activity.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah has directed the NIA to lead the investigation, focusing on evidence collection and forensic analysis. “Everyone involved will face the full wrath of investigating agencies,” he said, reaffirming strong government resolve. The NIA is examining terror links and the materials used in the blast under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act.
NIA Begins Probe
The blast has caused widespread fear and trauma in Delhi, claiming 13 lives. Witnesses reported a sudden, intense explosion near a metro station, which led to chaos and emergency responses. Relatives of Dr Umar Mohammad have been called for DNA tests to confirm the identity of those involved.
The NIA’s inquiry into the matter aims to uncover the full extent of the terror network and prevent further tragedies. Authorities continue to remain vigilant with the Lal Quila metro station closed temporarily as a safety precaution amid ongoing investigations.
The Logical Indian’s Perspective
This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for unity, vigilance, and dialogue within society to counter violence and hatred. The Logical Indian advocates for fostering empathy, understanding, and peaceful coexistence among all communities while supporting robust security measures to protect citizens. It is vital that the dialogue around such events encourages constructive solutions to strengthen societal harmony.
