A peaceful evening, a sudden explosion

While people were out walking in Delhi, tourists were taking photos... Suddenly there was a big explosion

A car explosion near the Metro near Red Fort

At around 6:52 pm a horrific explosion took place in a car near Lal Qilla metro station

The screams of the people and the cries of the wounded

8 people died on the spot and many people were taken to hospital with injuries

Police and NIA start investigation

A team of police, NSG and NIA immediately reached the spot and conducted an investigation.

Many people say – “We felt like we were dying”

"I was near the metro gate, suddenly there was an explosion and the surrounding vehicles caught fire."

High alert declared for Delhi

All security agencies in India have declared high alert in Delhi. Along with this, high alert has been declared in Gujarat.

People urged to be careful

The government has announced assistance to the injured.Appeal to people: "Don't spread rumors, be careful."