Blast near Red Fort: 7 fire tenders on spot, many feared injured – what we know so far | India News


Blast near Red Fort: 7 fire tenders on spot, many feared injured - what we know so far

NEW DELHI: A blast occurred in a parked car near Lal Qila Metro Station near Gate No 1 (Red Fort Metro station) on Monday evening, prompting authorities to rush seven fire tenders to the spot. High alert has been sounded in the city.The area has been cordoned off. Reason of explosion is not yet known. A call was received regarding an explosion in a car near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station, after which three to four vehicles also caught fire and sustained damage. A total of 7 fire tenders have reached the spot. A team from the Delhi Police Special Cell has also reached the spot. Further details awaited, ANI reported citing the fire department.

What we know so far:

  • Several people are feared to be injured.
  • Multiple casualties have been brought to the LNJP hospital due to the blast, ANI reported citing sources.
  • Many cars caught fire after the blast occurred.
  • High alert has been sounded in Delhi.
  • The reason of explosion remains unknown.





Source link

  • Related Posts

    Maoist commander killed by leader for allegedly planning surrender in Odisha | India News

    Representative image (ANI) NEW DELHI: A Maoist commander, carrying a reward of Rs 22 lakh on his head, was allegedly killed by his leader for intending to surrender to the…

    ‘That activity is not continuing’: Canada says India not linked to violent crimes anymore | India News

    Mark Carney and PM Narendra Modi (ANI image) NEW DELHI: Canada on Wednesday said that it no longer believes India is linked to violent crimes on its soil, signalling a…

    Leave a Reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    en_USEnglish