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New Delhi
In a big breakthrough in the Delhi blast case near Red Fort, investigators have confirmed that terror suspect Umar Nabi was present inside the car that exploded last week.
The Delhi Police Crime Branch, along with the NIA, received the DNA test report from the forensic lab, which proved that the human remains found inside the i20 car matched with Umar’s family DNA samples. This confirms that Umar was inside the car when it exploded.
How the DNA Confirmation Happened
After the blast, the police recovered several body parts, bone pieces, and burnt clothing from inside the car.
Since the remains were badly damaged, the team sent samples to the forensic lab for DNA testing.
Samples from Umar’s mother and brother were also collected for comparison.
The lab report has now clearly confirmed that the biological remains belong to Umar, putting an end to the confusion about whether he was inside the car or had escaped before the explosion.
The Blast and Its Impact
The blast took place near Delhi’s Red Fort area on the night of November 10.
A white Hyundai i20 car suddenly exploded, killing at least 12 people and injuring several others nearby.
The explosion was so powerful that nearby vehicles were damaged and flames could be seen from a long distance.
Soon after the blast, police and forensic teams sealed the area and began an intensive search operation. The incident immediately raised national security concerns, given the proximity of the Red Fort one of India’s most secure zones.
Who Was Umar Nabi?
According to the investigators, Umar Nabi, also known by the name “Umar,” was a suspected member of a terror module that had been under watch for several months.
Officials say he had links with a foreign handler believed to be based in Turkey, and was part of a white-collar terror network that operated from Faridabad and nearby regions.
The same group is suspected of planning similar explosions in crowded areas to create panic in the capital.
Police sources revealed that Umar had bought the i20 car just 11 days before the blast, using fake identification documents. The car’s registration was traced back to a dealer in Haryana.
What the Investigation Has Found So Far
The DNA confirmation has given the investigating agencies solid proof that Umar himself was handling or driving the car at the time of the explosion.
This also supports the theory that the blast was not an accident, but a planned terrorist act that may have gone wrong during the handling of the explosives.
Police and NIA teams are now focusing on:
- Finding who supplied the explosives used in the blast.
- Tracking Umar’s digital communication and contacts abroad.
- Identifying other members of the terror network linked to the operation.
- Checking how the vehicle entered such a high-security zone near Red Fort.
Security Agencies on High Alert
Following the confirmation, security across Delhi and NCR has been tightened.
Intelligence agencies have been told to stay alert and check for similar vehicles, suspicious activities, and possible sleeper cells that may still be active.
Police are also reviewing CCTV footage from nearby areas, and checking entry and parking records to find whether Umar received local assistance in carrying out the plan.
Officials believe that Umar might have been preparing for a larger attack, but the bomb could have exploded prematurely, killing him inside the car itself.
The Red Fort blast has once again exposed the growing risk of terror networks trying to target crowded public places and historic landmarks.
The fact that the accused was able to buy a car, gather explosives, and reach a sensitive area shows serious loopholes in ground-level security checks.
Experts say that coordination between police, intelligence, and cyber surveillance units needs to be strengthened to prevent similar incidents in future.
For common citizens, this case is also a reminder to stay alert and report unattended vehicles or suspicious activity, especially in crowded or sensitive areas.
Now that the DNA report has confirmed Umar’s presence in the car, investigators will:
- File a chargesheet naming Umar and his associates.
- Intensify the search for other module members who helped him.
- Continue to investigate possible foreign links that supplied funding and guidance.
- Work with central agencies to prevent similar attacks in major cities.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) and Delhi Police are expected to release more details soon, including possible connections to international terror groups.
Parting Thoughts-
The DNA test has become the turning point in the Delhi Red Fort blast case.
It not only confirms Umar’s death inside the car but also strengthens the terror angle of the entire investigation. Authorities believe this evidence will help them uncover the full network behind the explosion and ensure that those responsible for the attack are brought to justice.
For Delhi, this case is a chilling reminder of how terror threats can strike even the most secure places and how vigilance, coordination, and strong intelligence remain our best defense.
