The Puzzle of the Red Fort Incident
NEW DELHI – A recent explosion near the historic Red Fort in the Indian capital of New Delhi has created a significant quandary for investigative and security agencies. Despite the tragic incident on November 10 that resulted in the deaths of 12 people, investigators have failed to find the basic forensic evidence typical of conventional bomb blasts at the site.
According to a report by the Indian journal The Tribune India, no remnants of explosive material, no splinters, no gunpowder residue, and no signs of explosive smoke were found at the scene. The report further details that there was no visible crater or impact damage to the ground, reinforcing the unusual nature of the incident.
This perplexing situation has raised serious questions about the nature of the explosion. An Indian police officer confirmed to The Tribune India that initial evidence contradicts the possibility of a suicide attack. Prior reports, including one suggesting an eyewitness contradicted the government’s narrative, further highlight the growing public confusion and distrust surrounding the official account.
The report also noted that Delhi Police have apparently avoided linking the incident to the recent arms recoveries made in occupied Kashmir and Faridabad. This reluctance by investigators to connect the blast to known networks, despite the lack of physical evidence at the scene, only adds to the mystery and political sensitivity surrounding the deadly event.
