‘Slow-moving vehicle stopped at red light’: Delhi Police Commissioner gives first update after Red Fort blast

“The explosion affected surrounding vehicles. As soon as we were informed, we notified all agencies concerned — Delhi Police, FSL, NIA and NSG. Their teams have arrived and are monitoring the situation. They are investigating the cause behind the explosion,” he said.

“There have been injuries and some have died, we will notify you about the exact figures. The Home Minister has also called us, and information is being shared with him from time to time,” he added.

High alert in Delhi

A high alert has been sounded in Delhi following the incident. The blast reportedly took place outside the Lal Quila (Red Fort) metro station in a car on Monday evening. The exact cause of the blast is yet to be ascertained.

A team of Delhi Police Special Cell Officers has arrived at the site and the area has been cordoned off. Delhi Police has also restricted the entry or exit from Gate No. 1 and 4 at Lal Quila (Red Fort) metro station.

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