The Indian government has labeled the car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort on November 11 as a “terrorist act.” This tragic explosion, which claimed the lives of eight people and injured over 20 others on Monday, has been officially classified as a “terrorist act” following a resolution by the country’s federal cabinet.
“Our nation has suffered a vile terrorist attack, orchestrated by anti-national elements,” stated a cabinet release, marking the first official labeling of the Monday blast, as reported by ANI.
On Wednesday, the government instructed investigative agencies to handle the case with “utmost urgency and professionalism” to swiftly bring those responsible and their backers to justice.
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The resolution stated, “The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in the terrorist act involving a car explosion near the Red Fort in Delhi on the evening of November 10, 2025. A two-minute silence was observed by the Cabinet in memory of the innocent victims…
“The Cabinet reaffirms India’s steadfast commitment to a zero-tolerance policy towards terrorism in all its forms…
“The Cabinet mandates that the investigation into this incident be conducted with the utmost urgency and professionalism to ensure the perpetrators, their associates, and sponsors are identified and brought to justice promptly. The situation is under continuous scrutiny by the highest levels of government.”
