PM Modi Visits Red Fort Blast Victims, Govt. Vows to Uncover Culprits Behind Deadly Attack

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In a show of solidarity, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday evening visited the Lok Nayak Jai Prakash (LNJP) Hospital to meet those injured in Monday's deadly explosion near Lal Quila metro station. The blast, which occurred at 6:55 pm, claimed the lives of 10 people and left many others with severe upper body injuries. During his visit, the Prime Minister interacted with the victims, enquired about their treatment, and wished them a speedy recovery. He was also briefed by doctors and senior officials on the medical condition of the injured. Initial post-mortem findings have revealed severe injuries, including broken bones, head trauma, and ruptured lungs and intestines. Forensic experts are still determining the exact nature of the explosive used in the attack. DNA samples have been collected from the suspect's mother, identified as Dr Umar Un Nabi's parent, and are being verified at AIIMS forensic lab. Investigations have revealed that Umar's car was spotted on the Mumbai Expressway and the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway before entering Delhi. Security agencies are reviewing CCTV footage to identify any vehicles that may have accompanied it. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has expanded its probe, and top Delhi Police officers assisting the agency have confirmed that security and intelligence agencies are searching for at least two more active terror modules linked to the group suspected of executing the Red Fort blast. These modules, which may have one or more operatives each, went into hiding after authorities in Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana arrested two individuals associated with the same alleged network. Officials have recovered nearly 3,000 kg of explosive substances and other incriminating materials believed to have been intended for a series of coordinated blasts across India. Raids are being conducted across Delhi-NCR, Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh by multiple agencies, including the NIA, Delhi Police Special Cell, and state anti-terror units. The suspects are believed to be linked to terror outfit Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) and an alleged doctor from Pulwama who had been planning attacks for nearly a year. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) formally transferred the investigation to the NIA on Tuesday, citing a possible terror angle. The agency has since registered a case under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and set up a dedicated team to conduct the probe.