Global Diplomats Condemn Delhi Blast, Extend Condolences to Victims’ Families

New Delhi — Diplomatic missions and foreign envoys in India have expressed deep grief and solidarity following the deadly car blast near Delhi’s Red Fort Metro Station, which killed eight people and left several others injured on Monday evening.

The Embassy of Egypt in India posted on X:

“On behalf of the People and Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt, we extend our sincere condolences to the families and loved ones of those affected by the Red Fort blast. Our thoughts and prayers are with the bereaved, and we wish all injured a swift and complete recovery.”

France’s Ambassador to India, Thierry Mathou, also conveyed condolences on X, writing:

“On behalf of the French People and Government, I extend our deepest condolences to those who lost loved ones in the Red Fort blast. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims, and we wish a full and complete recovery to all those injured.”

From Japan, Ambassador ONO Keiichi expressed sorrow, saying:

“Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the Delhi blast. I offer my deepest condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.”

British High Commissioner to India, Lindy Cameron, posted:

“My thoughts are with all those affected by the explosion near the Red Fort in New Delhi today. If you are in the immediate area, please follow the advice of the local authorities. Our travel advice will be kept updated here: https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/india
.”

Lithuania’s Ambassador to India, Diana Mickeviciene, also shared her message of sympathy:

“Horrible news about blasts at Red Fort, Delhi! Our deepest condolences and prayers to the dear ones of the victims, praying for the speedy recovery of those injured.”

The outpouring of condolences from global diplomats underscores international concern and solidarity with India in the wake of the tragic incident that shook the national capital.

According to officials, the blast occurred when a Haryana-registered car parked near Gate No.1 of the Red Fort Metro Station exploded, killing at least eight people and injuring dozens. The impact set nearby vehicles ablaze, damaged streetlights, and left several bystanders wounded. The injured were rushed to LNJP Hospital, where their condition is being closely monitored.

Teams from the Delhi Police, NIA, NSG, and forensic units arrived at the scene within minutes. The area has been cordoned off, and CCTV footage is being reviewed to trace the sequence of events and identify those responsible.

Authorities have issued high alerts across Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and Mumbai, with security tightened around crowded areas, metro stations, and religious sites.

With inputs from IANS