‘Cowardly Act’: Political, Religious Leaders in J&K Condemn Red Fort Blast

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah political, religious and trade leaders on Tuesday strongly condemned the devastating car blast near Delhi's historic Red Fort.

- Observer News Service

The terror attack, which claimed 13 lives and left many injured, has been termed “a cowardly and inhuman act” aimed at disturbing peace and harmony in the country.

Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha, in a post on X, said: “Extremely pained by the loss of lives in a blast in Delhi. Mi thoughts are with the bereaved families. I pray that the injured recover soon.”

The Office of Chief Minister J&K, Omar Abdullah, also posted on X: “The Chief Minister has expressed deep shock over the blast in Delhi close to the Red Fort, which has claimed several lives and left many injured. He extended his heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.”

J&K Leader of Opposition (LoP) and senior BJP leader, Sunil Sharma also expressed grief over the traffic blast. “Deeply saddened over the tragic loss of lives in the car blast incident in New Delhi. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the speedy recovery of those injured,” Sharma said.

National Conference president Farooq Abdullah on Tuesday condemned the Red Fort blast in Delhi, calling it a cowardly and inhuman act designed to spread fear among innocent people.

"Words fall short in condemning such a heinous act of terror. These blasts are not only an assault on the lives of innocent citizens but also on the very spirit of humanity and peace,” Abdullah, the former chief minister of Jammu and Kashmir, said in a statement.

"My heart goes out to all those who have lost their loved ones and to those battling injuries in hospitals. In this hour of immense pain, the entire nation stands united in grief and solidarity,” he added.