A car explosion occurred near the historic Red Fort in New Delhi, India, on Monday, resulting in at least eight fatalities and multiple injuries. The incident also triggered a fire that damaged several vehicles parked nearby.
Emergency services, including multiple fire engines, responded to the scene following reports of the blast near a gate of the Red Fort metro station, according to the city's fire services. The exact cause of the explosion remains under investigation.
Sanjay Tyagi, a spokesperson for the New Delhi police force, confirmed the death toll and stated that inquiries into the incident are ongoing.
The Red Fort, an erstwhile imperial palace, is a prominent tourist attraction within the capital city. Media reports from the site displayed damaged vehicles and police presence establishing a cordon around the area.