Delhi Red Fort blast: Odisha CM expresses grief, directs tight security across state

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday expressed deep sorrow over the tragic explosion that took place near Delhi’s Red Fort Metro station earlier in the evening, which claimed at least 10 innocent lives and left several others injured.

In an official statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office, Majhi strongly condemned the incident, calling it an ‘inhumane and cowardly act that the nation will never tolerate’. He extended his condolences to the bereaved families and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured.

“Deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic explosion in Delhi today. My sincere condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones in this unfortunate incident. May Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath grant eternal peace to the departed souls, strength and courage to the bereaved families, and a speedy recovery to those injured,” Majhi shared on X (formerly known as Twitter).

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The Chief Minister expressed confidence that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah, the Central Government will ensure a thorough investigation into the incident and bring the culprits to justice.

Following the explosion, Majhi held a telephonic conversation with the Director General of Police (DGP) and directed him to implement heightened security measures across Odisha. With major public gatherings such as Cuttack’s Bali Yatra festival underway, he instructed police personnel to remain on full alert.

The Chief Minister further ordered that security be intensified in major cities and sensitive areas, including religious sites, transport hubs, and crowded marketplaces. He emphasised that maintaining peace and public safety should be the top priority of law enforcement agencies in the wake of the Delhi blast.