In the wake of a devastating explosion near New Delhi’s Red Fort, which claimed 12 lives and left many injured, a bomb threat sent to Delhi Airport Terminal 3 on November 12, 2025, triggered widespread panic. The threat, received via an email on IndiGo’s grievance portal, also implicated other major airports in Chennai and Goa. Delhi Police swiftly responded, mobilizing the fire brigade and conducting thorough inspections at all mentioned locations. However, after a detailed investigation, the threat was confirmed to be a hoax. The Red Fort blast, which occurred on November 10, has been under intense scrutiny by multiple agencies, including the National Security Guard, National Investigation Agency, and the Central Reserve Police Force. Forensic analysis from the blast site revealed the presence of ammonium nitrate among other explosives. In a related development, 360 kg of ammonium nitrate was seized in Faridabad, leading to the arrest of two individuals linked to Al Falah University, who are suspected to be connected to the Red Fort incident. The Indian government has announced compensation of Rs1,000,000 for the victims’ families, as investigations continue to uncover the full scope of this tragic event.
