Shocking Visuals Emerge from Chandni Chowk
New Delhi, Nov 12: A chilling CCTV footage has surfaced showing the exact moment when a car bomb exploded in the middle of traffic near the iconic Red Fort on November 10.
Captured on a four-window CCTV camera at 6:50 pm from the Chandni Chowk control room, the video shows a white Hyundai i20 leaving a parking area before erupting into a massive explosion moments later. The footage captures the ensuing chaos, with people running for safety and nearby vehicles halting abruptly as thick smoke fills the area.
12 Killed, 25 Injured in the Blast
The powerful blast claimed 12 lives and injured 25 others, shaking the national capital to its core. According to postmortem reports, several victims suffered severe internal injuries, including ruptured eardrums, lungs, and intestines due to the intense shockwave.
Authorities have identified eight of the deceased and handed over their bodies to their families, while efforts continue to identify the remaining victims through forensic means.
Investigation Intensifies: 20 Suspects Detained
Security agencies have launched an all-out investigation into the attack, treating it as a coordinated act of terror. Twenty suspects have been detained so far, and nationwide raids are underway.
The newly obtained CCTV footage is being closely examined to trace the car’s movements prior to the explosion and identify those involved in planting the bomb.
Forensic Breakthroughs and Key Leads
Investigators have recovered live cartridges and collected 42 forensic samples from the blast site. The Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) is conducting detailed analyses to match DNA traces and reconstruct the sequence of events.
Crucial leads have emerged following a raid by the Maharashtra Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS) at the residence of one Ibrahim Abidi, who is believed to have links to the suspects under the scanner.
Capital on High Alert, Nation Mourns
Following the explosion, security has been tightened across Delhi, particularly around high-profile areas such as Red Fort, India Gate, and key government installations. Police presence has been significantly increased in markets, transport hubs, and crowded zones.
The tragedy has triggered an outpouring of grief nationwide, with citizens expressing solidarity with the victims and their families.
As investigators race against time to uncover the full conspiracy, authorities have assured that those behind the heinous act will be brought to justice.