Red Fort car blast: Two men detained as police trace Hyundai i20 ownership

Delhi: At least two men have been detained following a deadly car blast near the Red Fort in Delhi that killed eight people on Monday evening. The vehicle involved, a white Hyundai i20, is now under close investigation, with authorities tracing its sales history to gather critical leads.

Owners identified: Salman and Devender

Police identified the car's original owner as Salman, a resident of Shanti Nagar, Gurugram. According to reports, Salman sold the 2013-model Hyundai i20 to Devender, a resident of Okhla, Delhi, around one and a half years ago.

Both men have been detained and are being questioned.

Authorities confirmed that the car had later changed hands to someone in Ambala, but additional details are still being gathered. Investigators have not drawn any conclusions regarding a terror plot or other motives at this stage.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah has stated that all angles are being probed to ensure a thorough investigation.

About Red Fort blast

The blast occurred on Monday evening, November 10, near the Red Fort metro station in Delhi, when a Hyundai i20 car exploded in a busy area, killing eight people and injuring more than 20 others. The explosion caused widespread panic, damaging nearby vehicles and creating chaos among commuters and tourists. Emergency teams rushed the injured to Lok Nayak Hospital, while police and forensic units cordoned off the area to secure evidence. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosion, and Delhi’s Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has urged citizens to remain calm and rely on official updates.