Show Quick Read Summary is AI-generated, newsroom-reviewed
A massive explosion rocked the area around Red Fort Metro Station Gate No. 1, near Gaurishankar temple in New Delhi, instantly recalling memories of past attacks on the iconic Indian monument.
With this major incident occurring near the Red Fort, also known as Lal Qila, in Old Delhi, it is crucial to revisit the moments the historic landmark has been targeted.
2000 Red Fort Terrorist Attack (December 22, 2000):
Two militants affiliated to Pakistani terrorist group, Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), entered the fort premises, which was then controlled by the Indian Army, and opened indiscriminate fire.
Three people were killed including two Indian Army jawans (soldiers) and one civilian security guard.
Advertisement
This attack was wid

Republic World

The Indian Express
Daily Excelsior
Livemint