Security has been stepped up at all major stations in the wake of the blast near the Red Fort here, Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has said.

The minister also conveyed condolences to the families of those killed in the blast on Monday evening.

A high-intensity explosion ripped through a slow-moving car at a traffic signal near the Red Fort metro station, leaving nine people dead. Twenty people were also injured in the blast that gutted several vehicles.

“Deeply saddened by the tragic blast in Delhi. Heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the recovery of the injured,” Vaishnaw posted on X late Monday night.

“All major railway stations are on high alert with special security arrangements,” he added.

Hours after the blast, the Northern Railway had said that the

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