MT Desk: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi seized on the tragedy, vowing that those responsible “will not be spared” and framing the incident as part of his Bihar election campaign. In his first public remarks since the blast in the Indian capital, Modi stressed that those responsible will be brought to justice.
The outspoken politician said he remained in constant contact with investigative agencies throughout the night and expressed confidence that they would “uncover the full conspiracy” behind the attack. Despite Modi’s strong statements, authorities have yet to officially confirm the cause of last night’s blast.
Political analysts suggest that Modi is turning the incident into a major election issue in Bihar, framing it as a call to “avenge” the attack. Union Home Minister Amit Shah took it forward, saying agencies have been ordered to “hunt down each and every culprit” and ensure they face the “full wrath” of the state.
Delhi police lodged a case under India’s anti-terror law, with investigations ongoing. Pakistani analysts and officials have cautioned that the incident could be leveraged for political purposes within India, noting that the intense rhetoric appears aimed at rallying domestic support ahead of the Bihar elections.
As the investigation continues, Modi’s hardline statements and promises of swift retaliation have made the Red Fort blast not only a security crisis but also a central political flashpoint, keeping the nation on edge.
A social media account linked to the Indian military in Lucknow spread misleading claims suggesting the Delhi blast was a terrorist attack. In reality, multiple reports confirmed it was caused by a cylinder explosion.
The false narratives emerged amid political controversy, with the BJP facing criticism over alleged vote manipulation in Bihar, and some posts attempting to blame Pakistan or suggest a false-flag operation. Authorities have stated that investigations are ongoing, and readers are urged to rely on verified.