Delhi Red Fort blast: Fidayeen attack planned after Faridabad module busted — What initial probe reveals | India News

NEW DELHI: Delhi Police’s initial investigation reveals that the explosion near the Red Fort on Monday, which killed at least 12 people, was a ‘Fidayeen’ (suicide) attack, news agency ANI reported, citing sources.According to officials, the suspect planned the suicide attack as soon as he learned the Faridabad module had been busted.

“Delhi Police’s initial investigation suggests that the Red Fort car explosion could be a ‘Fidayeen’ (suicide) attack. The probe indicates the suspect’s motive – he planned the suicide attack as soon as he learned that the Faridabad module had been busted,” sources told ANI.“All relevant agencies are working on all angles to determine the motive behind the blast,” they added.A powerful explosion ripped through a slow-moving car at a traffic signal near the Red Fort metro station on Monday evening. Delhi Police on Tuesday registered an FIR under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and the Explosives Act in connection with the deadly blast. Raids are being conducted at multiple locations by Delhi Police. The national capital has been placed on high alert with strict vigil being maintained at the airport, railway stations and bus terminals. (This is a developing story)