NEW DELHI: Defence Minister Rajnath Singh assured the countrymen that the perpetrators of the explosion near Delhi's Red Fort Metro Station would be brought to justice and "will not be spared under any circumstances".
The blast occurred on Monday evening when a Haryana-registered car, a Hyundai i20, parked near Gate No.1 of the Red Fort Metro Station exploded, killing at least eight people and injuring dozens. High alerts have been issued in Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Mumbai, with security around crowded public places and religious sites enhanced.
Speaking at the 'Delhi Defence Dialogue' in New Delhi, Singh said, "I extend my heartfelt condolences to all those who lost their lives in the tragic accident that occurred in Delhi yesterday. I pray to God to grant strength and solace to the bereaved families in this hour of deep grief."