Rajnath Singh Vows ‘Harshest Punishment’ for Red Fort Blast Plotters as Probe Focuses on Pulwama Doctor

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Tuesday issued a stern warning, assuring the nation that those behind the deadly Red Fort blast in Delhi will face the “harshest punishment.”

His remarks came hours after investigators identified Dr. Umar Un Nabi, a Pulwama-based doctor, as the prime suspect in the case. Preliminary findings suggest he was likely driving the white Hyundai i20 that exploded near the historic monument, killing 13 people. According to police sources, Umar is linked to a terror module connected to a recent explosives seizure in Faridabad.

Speaking at the Delhi Defence Dialogue organised by the Manohar Parrikar Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA), Singh said the government was treating the incident with the “utmost seriousness.”

“I want to firmly assure the nation that those responsible for this tragedy will be brought to justice and will not be spared under any circumstances,” Singh said.

He added, “Our leading investigative agencies are conducting a swift and thorough inquiry into the incident. The findings of the investigation will be made public soon.”

Expressing deep sorrow over the loss of lives, Singh extended condolences to the victims’ families and urged citizens to remain calm as the probe continues.

Amit Shah Chairs High-Level Review Meeting

Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired a high-level meeting on Tuesday to assess the security situation in Delhi and other parts of the country.

According to PTI, the meeting was attended by Union Home Secretary Govind Mohan, IB Chief Tapan Deka, Delhi Police Commissioner Satish Golcha, and NIA Director General Sadanand Vasant Date. Jammu and Kashmir DGP Nalin Prabhat joined the discussions virtually.

Officials briefed Shah on the post-blast developments and the progress of the ongoing investigation. Earlier, Shah had said all top investigative agencies were working jointly to uncover every angle of the case and ensure those responsible are swiftly brought to justice.

Meanwhile, nationwide security has been tightened, with Mumbai, Pune, and other major cities placed on high alert as a precautionary measure.