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New Delhi (CNN) — A car explosion tore through a historic part of India’s capital on Monday, killing at least 10 people and injuring many others, prompting the country’s leader to vow to bring “those responsible” to justice.

The blast took place near the city’s iconic Red Fort, also known as the Lal Qila, a 17th century monument and a symbol of India’s independence. The area, a major tourist hub known for its crowded bazaars and street vendors, was immediately thrown into chaos.

The incident, a rare occurrence for the sprawling metropolis of more than 30 million people, unleashed a scene of devastation in the heart of Delhi.

Footage of the aftermath showed thick, orange flames billowing into the pitch-black sky, vehicles twisted and ch

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