In the investigation of the Red Fort blast of 10th November, where 9 people died and 24 were injured, a worrying new connection has surfaced involving Faridabad and large amounts of ammonium nitrate. This link has become one of the most important angles as agencies try to understand how such a major attack took place in the heart of the capital.

A day before the blast, on 9th November, the Jammu and Kashmir Police raided the home of Dr. Muzamil Shakeel, originally from Pulwama and currently staying in Dhauj village in Faridabad, Haryana. From his room, the police recovered over 360 kg of explosives and an assault rifle, a discovery that immediately raised red flags. Only four kilometres away, in Fatehpur Taga village, authorities raided the house of a Maulana and found 2,563 kg of suspected ammonium nitrate, a chemical widely known for its dual use in agriculture and explosives.

Combined, the two raids led to the seizure of around 2,900 kg of explosives, detonators, assault weapons, and communication devices. This was not an ordinary recovery but one of the biggest seizures in recent times. The operation was jointly carried out by the Intelligence Bureau (IB), Haryana Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), and the National Investigation Agency (NIA). Those detained included two doctors from Al Falah Hospital, a local cleric from Mewat, and several suspects linked to Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), a Pakistan-based terror outfit. Officials described the network as a “medical-terror nexus”, stating that trained medical professionals were allegedly offering logistics, shelter, and help in IED manufacturing.

Reports and past cases show ammonium nitrate’s dangerous history, including its use in the 2013 Hyderabad blasts. The quantity recovered in Faridabad has therefore increased concerns about a bigger conspiracy.

Haryana Ammonium Nitrate Haul and Delhi Car Explosion Raise Questions About Red Fort Attack Link

When the details of the Faridabad raids and the Delhi car blast were compared, investigators noticed a pattern. Experts believe that the Red Fort explosion might not have used a traditional IED but instead Ammonium Nitrate is suspected to have caused the blast. Supporting this suspicion was the fact that the car involved had earlier received a challan in Faridabad, indicating its presence in the same region where explosives were seized.

Investigators are exploring the possibility that the suspects were trying to secretly move ammonium nitrate in the car, fearing more raids. The vehicle was registered in the name of a man named Salman from Gurugram North. He has been taken into custody for questioning. However, media reports revealed that Salman has told the police that he previously sold the car to another buyer.

The car was purchased by Umar Mohammad, a doctor from Pulwama. According to an NDTV report, an unnamed officer shared that Umar panicked after the arrest of two members of the suspected module — Dr Mujammil Shakeel and Dr Adil Rather. Acting out of fear, he is believed to have triggered the blast near the Red Fort.

The NDTV report further noted that as the car moved from the Red Fort towards the city centre, it was unclear whether the actual target was the exact spot where the explosion happened or some other planned location. Police sources quoted by NDTV also confirmed that a large quantity of ammonium nitrate was used, directly matching the materials seized in Faridabad.

Dainik Bhaskar also reported that the nature of the blast strongly suggested ammonium nitrate was the cause. The substance, although a fertiliser, becomes explosive under specific conditions and has been used in attacks globally, including the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing (Source: Britannica).

Officials highlighted that the 360 kilograms of ammonium nitrate seized in Faridabad could wreak havoc within an area of around 100 meters.

Videos after the blast showed orange smoke rising from the car fire. This aligns with reports that ammonium nitrate explosions release nitrogen oxide and ammonia gases, which create an orange hue when mixed with air. Final confirmation, however, depends on forensic examination.

Investigators are exploring two possible reasons behind the explosion — the accused may have detonated the explosive out of fear of arrest, or they may have been attempting to dispose of the material. Even so, the angle of a deliberate attack remains central.

Red Fort Explosion

On 10th November, a massive explosion took place near the Red Fort in Delhi, causing panic and chaos. The blast was so powerful that nearby vehicles caught fire instantly. At least eight people were killed, and several others were injured. All the injured were taken to Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan Hospital.

Emergency teams, including fire services and multiple investigation agencies, reached the site within minutes. Home Minister Amit Shah visited both the hospital and the blast site soon after. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences and spoke with HM Shah for updates. Later that night, Amit Shah held a high-level meeting, saying all angles are being probed. Officials confirmed that more updates will come from the investigating agencies and the Home Ministry on Tuesday.

Delhi Police Use UAPA and Explosives Act in Red Fort Case

The Delhi Police have registered a strong case under strict laws, including UAPA. A formal statement said:
“A case has been registered under sections 16, 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and various sections of the Explosives Act and the BNS at the Kotwali Police Station,” the Delhi Police said.

Raids are happening at several locations in Delhi. A high alert has been issued across the capital, with increased monitoring at the airport, railway stations, and bus stops.

The Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) confirmed that samples collected from the blast site will be thoroughly checked to identify the explosive material used.

Red Fort Blast Case Filed Under UAPA and Explosives Act, Raids Continue Across Delhi

On 10th November, 9 people lost their lives and another two dozen were injured in a high-intensity blast near Red Fort Metro Station. The Delhi Police filed a case under UAPA, the Explosives Act, and the Bharatiya Nyay Samhita.

The official statement repeated:
“A case has been registered under sections 16, 18 of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and various sections of the Explosives Act and the BNS at the Kotwali Police Station,” the Delhi Police said.

Raids are being carried out across multiple areas. Delhi remains on alert, especially around major public transport points.

The FSL confirmed that samples have been sent for examination. Meanwhile, the Red Fort Metro Station has been closed. DMRC posted on X:
“Lal Qila Metro Station is closed due to security reasons. All other stations are functional as normal,” on 11th November.

FSL Officer Mohamad Wahid also said:
“The samples will be taken to the laboratory, and after that, only we can make any confirmation. Everything will be known after the examination,”

So far, four people have been detained. Six out of nine victims have been identified at Lok Nayak Hospital, including 34-year-old Ashok Kumar from Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, and Amar Kataria from Sriniwaspuri in Delhi.

Scene of Damage and Quick Emergency Response

The explosion occurred around 6:52 pm, setting several vehicles on fire and shattering glass in nearby shops. Police said three people were inside the car at the time of the explosion. An investigating officer stated:
“We are tracing the registration and tracking the movement of the car before the explosion.”

Teams from FSL and NSG collected evidence from the site.

Amit Shah Oversees Investigation as Agencies Mobilise

Union Home Minister Amit Shah immediately spoke to Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha. He instructed the NIA, Special Cell, and Crime Branch to jointly investigate. All states have been placed on high alert.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah gave a full account of the immediate response after the explosion near the Red Fort. He said:
“This evening, around 7 pm, a blast occurred in a Hyundai i20 car at the Subhash Marg traffic signal near the Red Fort in Delhi. The blast injured some pedestrians and damaged some vehicles. Preliminary reports indicate that some people have lost their lives. Within 10 minutes of receiving the information of the blast, teams from the Delhi Crime Branch and Delhi Special Branch arrived at the spot. The NSG and NIA teams, along with the FSL, have now begun a thorough investigation. Orders have been given to examine all nearby CCTV cameras. I have also spoken to the Delhi CP and the Special Branch in-charge. The Delhi CP and the Special Branch in-charge are present at the spot. We are exploring all possibilities and will conduct a thorough investigation, taking all possibilities into account. All options will be investigated immediately and we will present the results to the public. I will be heading to the spot shortly and will also visit the hospital immediately.”

This clear, step-by-step description from the Home Minister shows how fast central and local security teams moved after the blast. Within minutes, specialised units — the National Security Guard (NSG), National Investigation Agency (NIA) and the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) — joined the local Crime Branch and Special Branch teams at the site to secure evidence, collect samples and begin a technical probe. Media coverage of the event and the official briefings confirm that the focus from the start was both lifesaving and forensic: help the injured, secure the scene, and preserve CCTV and physical evidence for fast analysis. 

When asked whether the explosion was a terrorist act, the Home Minister underlined caution and the need for science before drawing conclusions. He said:
“We are keeping all angles open and investigating from all angles. It is very difficult to say what caused the incident. Until the samples recovered from the blast site are analysed by FSL and NSG, it is difficult to say anything about it. However, we do not consider any angle closed. We will investigate all angles with determination.”

That statement stresses two things. First, investigators will not close off any possible cause — accidental, deliberate, or otherwise — without laboratory confirmation. Second, the FSL’s forensic work and NSG technical inputs are central to turning early suspicion into a firm finding. Several news organisations reporting on the blast quoted the same position from ministers and officials: probe teams were on site, CCTV footage was being pulled and samples were being rushed for analysis.

Security officials also flagged the wider strategic context behind such incidents, noting the persistent “2.5-front” threat environment that India faces — threats from external actors, internal extremist groups, and the complex mix of hybrid or proxy incidents that sit between them. This phrase underlines why agencies move swiftly to examine every lead and coordinate across central and state wings. Live updates and briefings from the scene emphasised that states and major cities were placed on high alert as a precaution while investigators pieced together the facts.

Separately, the government response addressed the online reaction to the attack. The following line, widely shared on social media and in official posts, made the posture clear:
Those applauding this heinous act with “haha” on social media in Assam, will be traced & held to account. Under HCM Dr. @himantabiswa, this is the Assam Model - ZERO tolerance, NO mercy

This stern warning echoes prior actions by Assam’s administration, which has publicly said it will trace and act against social media accounts that appear to cheer anti-national violence or spread hostile messaging. Assam’s leadership has in recent months pointed to large numbers of suspicious accounts and warned of legal action against those who spread or celebrate violent acts online; local authorities have on past occasions arrested people for inflammatory posts and said they would use strict laws where needed. The comment underlines how state governments may pursue social-media enforcement even as central agencies lead the criminal probe into the physical explosion.

• The blast struck at a busy traffic signal near the Red Fort in a Hyundai i20. Teams from Delhi Police, NSG, NIA and FSL rushed to the scene and began collecting CCTV footage and forensic samples. Amit Shah’s public remarks made clear that investigators will keep every possible line of inquiry open until lab results are available.

• The probe is both local and national: Delhi Police is leading on-scene work while national agencies handle technical forensics and intelligence. Officials said they will present confirmed findings to the public once evidence is analysed.

• At the same time, some states (for example, Assam) have signalled a strict approach to social media reactions, saying those who celebrate such attacks online will be traced and acted against under state or central laws.

  ❗️Disturbing New Footage Emerges Of Red Fort Blast On 10/11 - Buildings Shake & People Flee In Terror pic.twitter.com/tdRp6Ha9o1 — RT_India (@RT_India_news) November 11, 2025

Faridabad Seizure of 2,900 kg Explosive Raises Heavy Doubts

Only eight hours before the Delhi blast, officials seized a large quantity of explosives in Faridabad — around 2,900 kg of explosives, detonators, assault weapons, and communication devices. The IB, ATS, and NIA jointly conducted the operation.

Two doctors from Al Falah Hospital, a Mewat cleric, and several JeM-linked suspects were detained. Officers called this network a “medical-terror nexus”, suggesting deep involvement of educated professionals.

Investigators Examine Possible Red Fort–Faridabad Terror Link

Authorities are now studying whether a coordinated module carried out both the Delhi blast and the Faridabad storage operation. A Haryana-registered car being used in the Red Fort blast and massive explosives recovered from the same state have deepened suspicion.

Security across Delhi has been tightened. Agencies are reviewing CCTV footage, tracking movements, and examining digital evidence.
This is a developing investigation, and more updates will follow.