CM visits hospital;Kejriwalflags negligence in safety preparations

New Delhi Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Education Minister Ashish Sood visited the Lok Nayak Hospital on Monday evening to satisfy these injured within the blast, in addition to the docs, to evaluate the state of affairs.

“The incident of the automobile explosion close to the Red Fort is extraordinarily distressing and alarming. I categorical my deepest condolences to those that have misplaced their family members on this tragic accident. I pray to God that the injured get well swiftly. Every attainable help is being ensured for the affected folks. Teams from the Delhi Police, NSG, NIA, and FSL are working collectively to conduct a radical investigation into all the matter,” Ms. Gupta stated on X earlier than visiting the premier medical facility.

‘Beware of rumours’

“I attraction to all Delhi residents to watch out for rumours and preserve peace. Please rely solely on official info issued by the police and administration,” she stated.

Earlier within the day, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) nationwide convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal alleged negligence in safety preparations.

“The information of the explosion close to the Red Fort is extraordinarily alarming. It is reported that some folks have additionally misplaced their lives in it, which is extraordinarily tragic. The police and authorities ought to instantly examine how this explosion occurred and whether or not there may be any bigger conspiracy behind it. Negligence concerning Delhi’s safety can’t be tolerated,” Mr. Kejriwal stated in a submit on X.

‘Attack on our delight’

AAP nationwide spokesperson and Rajya Sabha member Sanjay Singh blamed Pakistan for the blast.

“Only Pakistan might perform such a despicable act. By saying a ceasefire, Modiji has emboldened the Pakistani terrorists. Those who’ve taken harmless lives should be eradicated. The assault close to the Red Fort is an assault on the image of our delight. The nation shouldn’t be secure in [Narendra] Modi’s arms. May God grant peace to the souls of those that misplaced their lives,” he stated in a submit on X.

Condemning the blast, senior AAP chief and former Delhi Deputy Chief Minister Manish Sisodia stated in a submit on X, “The information of the explosion in Delhi is extraordinarily regarding. I pray for the speedy restoration of the injured and for the protection of all residents in Delhi and throughout the nation. In such instances, sustaining peace and restraint is our best power – terror and worry can solely be defeated by our unity.”