Opposition seeks thorough, speedy probe; raises security concerns

The opposition parties on Monday demanded a thorough and speedy investigation into the car blast near the Red Fort that killed at least nine people and injured many others, and raised concerns over the security situation in the national capital.

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The Congress said the alleged security lapse exposed Delhi government's “shocking complacency", and asked whether Delhi is a “secure capital” as claimed by the home ministry.

The party, however, said the country stands united in this difficult moment.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge said the government must ensure a prompt and thorough investigation into the blast so that those responsible for this “lapse” are held accountable.

In a post on X, Kharge said, “Extremely distressing to hear about the news of a car explosion near Red Fort Metro Station, Delhi. Initial reports suggest that several precious lives have been lost in this incident. In this moment of grief, our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved families, and we pray

For the swift recovery of the injured." "The government must ensure a prompt and thorough investigation into this blast which has taken place in a high-security and often crowded place, so that those responsible for this lapse and incident are held accountable," he added.

AICC general secretary (organisation) K C Venugopal also expressed grief over the loss of lives in the incident and prayed for the speedy recovery of the wounded.