Delhi Red Fort Blast: Uncovering a Terror Plot That Reached Ayodhya and Varanasi
- MGMMTeam
- Nov 14
- 4 min read
On the evening of November 10, 2025, a powerful explosion shattered the calm near Delhi’s Red Fort Metro Station. The blast ripped through a white Hyundai i20, killing at least thirteen people and injuring several others. Within moments, flames engulfed the car, and panic spread across one of India’s most iconic landmarks. The site, only a few hundred metres from the Red Fort’s Gate 1, transformed into a scene of chaos and fear as security forces and forensic teams rushed to contain the damage.
What initially appeared to be a tragic car accident soon evolved into something far more sinister — a meticulously planned act of terror aimed at striking not just the capital, but the very symbols of India’s spiritual and cultural pride.
The Investigative Breakthrough
As investigators sifted through the wreckage, the first major clue came from DNA testing, which confirmed the identity of the suspect driver as Dr. Umar Un Nabi. His background stunned many — a well-educated medical professional turned radicalised operative. Authorities traced his movements through CCTV footage showing the car entering Delhi from the Badarpur toll and parking near the Red Fort for hours before the explosion.
The Delhi Police invoked the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) and the Explosives Act, signalling that the case was being treated as a full-fledged terror attack. Soon, intelligence agencies began piecing together a chilling narrative that extended far beyond the capital.
The White-Coat Terror Module
Investigations revealed that the Red Fort blast was the work of a larger network — a so-called “white-coat terror module” composed of several individuals, including doctors and professionals who used their respectable identities as a cover for clandestine operations. The group reportedly planned to execute multiple vehicle-borne improvised explosive device (VBIED) attacks across northern India.
According to Times of India and NDTV reports, the terrorists had prepared at least three vehicles — a Hyundai i20, a Ford EcoSport, and a Maruti Brezza — to be used in coordinated explosions. Large quantities of explosives, including ammonium nitrate fuel oil, were recovered from hideouts in Faridabad and Jammu & Kashmir, suggesting an expansive logistical network.
Sources further revealed that the cell was motivated by a desire for “revenge” connected to the demolition of the Babri Masjid in Ayodhya — a narrative often used by extremist groups to justify violence against symbolic Hindu sites.
The Expanded Plot: Ayodhya and Varanasi on the Hit List
As the probe deepened, the conspiracy widened. According to exclusive reports by India TV News and OdishaBytes, the same module had drawn up plans to target two of India’s holiest Hindu sites — the Ram Temple in Ayodhya and the Kashi Vishwanath Temple in Varanasi. Both sites, deeply intertwined with India’s spiritual heritage, were allegedly marked for large-scale bombings intended to cause mass casualties and communal unrest.
Investigators believe that these attacks were being timed for maximum impact — possibly around Republic Day 2026 — when public gatherings would be dense and media attention high. Preliminary intelligence also suggested that hospitals, government complexes, and transport hubs were being surveyed as secondary targets.
The Faridabad Connection and Institutional Links
One surprising element in the investigation pointed toward Al-Falah University in Faridabad, where some of the accused individuals were associated as students or faculty. The institution has publicly denied any involvement, calling the allegations “baseless,” yet its mention in official reports raised fresh concerns about how radicalisation networks penetrate academic spaces.
Simultaneous raids were carried out in Faridabad, Noida, Jammu, and Srinagar. Several arrests followed, though authorities have refrained from disclosing exact numbers. High-priority alerts were issued across Uttar Pradesh, especially around temple towns like Ayodhya and Varanasi, as well as in Gujarat and Rajasthan.
Government Response and National Security Measures
Home Minister Amit Shah chaired an emergency meeting with the National Security Advisor and senior intelligence chiefs hours after the blast. He vowed that the “perpetrators of the Red Fort attack will be punished in a manner that sends a message to the entire world.”
Delhi Police Commissioner Sanjay Arora confirmed that multi-state counter-terror operations were underway, focusing on tracking the module’s funding channels and communication networks. The government also ordered enhanced surveillance at major religious and tourist locations, while forensic labs worked around the clock to reconstruct the explosive’s chemical composition and detonation mechanism.
Security was tightened nationwide — from the Ram Janmabhoomi complex in Ayodhya to the Kashi Vishwanath Corridor in Varanasi, and even the Pavagadh Temple in Gujarat, with sniffer dogs, anti-sabotage teams, and quick-response commandos deployed round-the-clock.
Religious Symbolism and Terror Strategy
The choice of targets exposes a deliberate strategy — to attack not just people, but symbols of faith and identity. Terror modules often select sacred sites to magnify psychological impact, trigger communal discord, and destabilise public confidence in national security.
For India, where faith and heritage are inseparable from the cultural consciousness, such attacks aim to wound the collective psyche. The Red Fort, Ayodhya, and Varanasi represent continuity — a living link between India’s past and present. Striking at these sites is an assault on both history and spirituality.
The MGMM Outlook
The Red Fort blast once again exposes the sinister undercurrent of radical extremism that seeks to fracture India from within. What began as an explosion near one of the nation’s most historic landmarks has unraveled into a chilling plot aimed at Ayodhya and Varanasi—two cities representing the core of India’s spiritual identity. The so-called “white-coat” terror module, comprising educated professionals, reveals how extremism no longer hides in caves but thrives within urban respectability, feeding off distorted narratives of revenge. This evolution of terrorism is not just an attack on lives but a direct strike at India’s civilizational soul—its temples, symbols, and collective faith.
The Red Fort incident is a grim reminder that India’s battle against terror extends beyond its borders into its institutions, classrooms, and cities. Each such act tests the nation’s unity and resilience. Yet, every foiled plot reinforces a truth the enemies of Bharat refuse to accept — that India’s strength lies in its capacity to endure, rebuild, and stand guard over its sacred spaces. The state’s swift and coordinated response not only thwarted a larger conspiracy but also reaffirmed the unbroken will of a nation determined to defend both its heritage and humanity from ideological poison masquerading as faith.
(Sources: India TV News, NDTV, Times of India)
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