A powerful blast near Delhi’s Red Fort metro station on Monday evening killed at least 12 people and injured over 20. The explosion, from a slow-moving car at a traffic signal, damaged nearby vehicles and caused panic in a busy tourist area.
Authorities have closed the Red Fort and Lal Qila metro stations, imposed traffic restrictions, and issued a Delhi traffic advisory after Red Fort blast for commuters. The city is on high alert, with extra security checks at airports, bus terminals, and railway stations.
Delhi Traffic Advisory after Red Fort blast - Key Updates
- Metro Station Closure: The Lal Qila (Red Fort) Metro Station is closed for security reasons. Commuters are advised to use nearby stations like Jama Masjid and Delhi Gate until further notice.
- Delhi Traffic Diversions: Delhi Traffic Police suggests that the Emergency traffic diversions are in place on Netaji Subhash Marg, restricting vehicle movement between Chhatta Rail Cut and Subhash Marg Cut. Drivers are urged to avoid this route.
- Delhi Traffic Advisory Today: Both carriageways and service roads near the Red Fort are affected, with restrictions and diversions active from 6 AM until further notice. Alternate routes are recommended for a smooth journey.
- City on High Alert: Security has been intensified across Delhi, including airports, bus terminals, and railway stations. Forensic teams and the National Investigation Agency (NIA) are investigating the incident.
Metro Station Shuts Down After Explosion
Following Monday evening's blast near Red Fort metro station, authorities closed Lal Qila Metro Station on Tuesday morning for safety reasons. The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation advised commuters to use alternative stations like Jama Masjid and Delhi Gate. All other metro lines continue operating normally across the city.
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Traffic Routes Blocked in Central Delhi
Delhi Traffic Police issued emergency Delhi traffic diversions on Netaji Subhash Marg between Chatta Rail Cut and Subhash Marg Cut. The Delhi blast traffic advisory urges commuters to avoid this route from 6 am onwards and take alternate roads. Multiple vehicles were damaged in the explosion that occurred at a traffic signal.
Security Tightened Across Capital
Delhi remains on high alert with increased security checks at airports, railway stations, and bus terminals. The Chandni Chowk traffic advisory affects one of the busiest tourist areas in the capital. Forensic teams are examining the blast site while the National Investigation Agency prepares to investigate the incident.
