Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi vowed to bring perpetrators of Monday's deadly car blast in New Delhi to justice as authorities launched an anti-terrorism investigation. The explosion near the historic Red Fort killed 13 people and injured over 20 – the first major blast in the capital since 2011.
"Our agencies will get to the very bottom of this conspiracy. The conspirators will not be spared," Modi declared during a scheduled visit to Bhutan on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. The prime minister described the attack as "horrific" and assured citizens of swift accountability.
Delhi Police Deputy Commissioner Raja Banthia confirmed the probe is being conducted under India's Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, with forensic teams examining the wreckage of a slow-moving vehicle that detonated during evening rush hour. The blast site near Chandni Chowk market remained sealed Tuesday as metro services were suspended and shops stayed closed.
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh stated investigators are working to identify the car's occupants and trace its ownership. Security has been heightened across the capital, particularly around government buildings and transportation hubs.
The Red Fort area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and regular venue for national events, last saw major violence during 2000 terrorist attacks. Monday's explosion has reignited debates about urban security in one of the world's most populous cities.
