Delhi Explosion Update: A deadly car blast at Red Fort metro station's gate no 1 has left several casualties. The massive explosion has left nine people dead and several others injured, triggering panic in the area. Following the blast, the security officials have cordoned off areas near the Red Fort and Chandini Chowk market.

Victims of the explosion were rushed to the Lok Nayak Jai Prakash Narayan (LNJP) Hospital. As per the latest updates from the hospital, nine people have died while 30 have been severely injured.

Home Minister Amit Shah has issued the first statement following the blast. He also visited the explosion site and will be visiting the LNJP hospital as well. Following the explosion in the National Capital, a red alert has been issued in Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Kolkata and Uttarakhand.