Red Fort blast toll climbs to 15 as two more victims die in Delhi
Red Fort blast toll climbs to 15 as two more victims die in Delhi
The Delhi Red Fort blast toll has risen to 15, with families recounting heartbreaking moments as two more victims succumb to injuries.
The death toll from the Red Fort blast has risen to 15, with two more victims succumbing to their injuries in Delhi hospitals this week. The latest losses are Vinay Pathak, a 50-year-old man who had been hospitalised after the Chandni Chowk incident, and Mohammad Luqman, a 73-year-old trinket seller from Begusarai who had travelled to Delhi for supplies. Families say their loved ones were taken to hospital after the explosion near the iconic site, and their deaths bring renewed grief to those who were already dealing with the initial shock of the blast.
Authorities have confirmed the toll climb over the past week, highlighting how the immediate days after the blast affected numerous families from Delhi and nearby regions. The victims from diverse backgrounds — including residents of south Delhi and visitors from Bihar — underscore the wide-reaching impact of an incident that shook the capital and drew national attention to security at major monuments.
Investigations into the attack have continued, with authorities looking into possible conspirators and the role of drones and rockets in the broader plot. In related updates, investigators have identified and arrested a co-conspirator connected to the case, with officials stating that the suspect was linked to weapons components and planning activities. This development has added a new focus to the ongoing probe and the effort to prevent further attacks at high-profile sites.
Families recount the harrowing moments following the blast as they searched for loved ones and tried to verify reports of casualties. Mohammad Sikandar, whose father was Luqman, described the long ordeal of learning of his father’s fate and the emotional toll of the delay in confirming identities. The continuing investigations and hospital postmortems have kept the case in the public eye, while local vendors and residents around the Red Fort area have expressed concerns about safety and security in the capital.
As investigations proceed, officials have urged calm and cooperation from the public and emphasized that all aspects of the incident are being scrutinized. The city remains vigilant as authorities work to bring clarity to the timeline of events and provide answers to families affected by the tragedy.
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