Delhi Car Blast: Massive explosion near Red Fort in a parked car, one dead

Delhi Car Blast: A major explosion occurred in the national capital, Delhi. The incident occurred near the Red Fort, where a parked car exploded, causing widespread panic in the area. The car caught fire immediately after the blast. It also engulfed two other nearby cars, burning them to ashes.

Two to three people were reportedly injured. One person died in the blast. Police and fire brigade teams are on the scene.

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 A massive explosion occurred near Delhi's Red Fort

The incident reportedly occurred near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station. Five fire engines have arrived at the scene. This is a crowded area, often crowded in the evenings. It is not yet clear whether the explosion was caused by a CNG leak in the car or some other reason. Officials have arrived at the scene. An investigation is underway from all angles.

What did the Fire Department say?

The Delhi Fire Department has provided important information on this accident. The department reported that a car explosion was reported near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station. Three to four vehicles subsequently caught fire and were damaged.

Eyewitness account

An eyewitness account of the blast said, "The explosion was so powerful that nearby houses shook. Furthermore, the glass of shops near the scene shattered. People were terrified. Before we could understand anything, the car that exploded and the cars in its path became a ball of fire."

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