Red Fort Blast Anniversary: Delhi Police Strengthens Security, Increases CCTV Surveillance

(MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Nov 10 (IANS) A year after the deadly Red Fort blast shook the national Capital, Delhi Police on Tuesday said security arrangements in the area have been significantly strengthened, with an increased number of CCTV cameras and regular anti-sabotage checks being done to prevent any untoward incident.

Speaking to IANS, DCP North, Niharika Bhatt said, "Security arrangements have been significantly strengthened after the Red Fort blast. The number of CCTV cameras has been increased considerably, ensuring extensive surveillance coverage of the area. In addition, anti-sabotage checks and inspections by dog squads have now become a regular feature to ensure the security of the area."

She further said that the private firm managing the parking area near the Red Fort had also increased the number of security guards and was coordinating with the local police to ensure vigilance.

"If any suspicious vehicle or person is noticed, the police are immediately informed, following which the matter is verified," she said.

Bhatt added that parking management personnel keep a close watch on vehicles parked for extended periods, particularly those whose presence cannot be verified.

"If any such vehicle is noticed, the local police are immediately alerted. The vehicle is then checked by the bomb squad and dog squad to ensure that there is no suspicious activity," she told IANS.

November 10 marks one year since the deadly terrorist attack near Delhi's Red Fort that sent shockwaves across the country. On November 10, 2025, a powerful explosion ripped through a Hyundai i20 car near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station, killing 11 people and injuring 29 others.

The blast occurred around 6.50 p.m. on a busy road when the area was crowded with vehicles and commuters, triggering panic across the national Capital.

The National Investigation Agency (NIA), which is probing the terror attack, had identified Umer Un Nabi as the person driving the Vehicle-Borne Improvised Explosive Device (VBIED).

The investigation has so far uncovered a terror network allegedly linked to the attack. However, several questions, including the original target and other aspects of the conspiracy, remain under investigation.

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