Explosion Near Red Fort: Amit Shah to Chair High-Level Security Meet; Four Detained

Explosion Near Red Fort: Amit Shah to Chair High-Level Security Meet; Four Detained
Union Home Minister Amit Shah will chair a high-level security meeting following an explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort on Monday. According to Shah, the blast occurred in a slow-moving Hyundai i20 car close to the historic monument. Delhi Police have taken four people into custody for questioning as part of the ongoing investigation. Multiple teams from the Special Cell and forensic units are examining the site to determine the nature of the explosive and trace its source. The national capital, along with several neighbouring States, has been placed on high alert. Security has been tightened at key locations, including airports, railway stations, and government buildings. The Home Ministry is in close coordination with intelligence agencies to assess any possible terror links. Traffic restrictions remain in place around the Red Fort area as police continue to monitor the situation closely.