The investigation into the Red Fort car blast on November 10, 2025, that killed 13 and injured over 20 has uncovered a significant lead: a flight ticket belonging to Dr. Adil Ahmad, who was arrested in Saharanpur last week, showing he traveled from Srinagar to Delhi days before the explosion. The ticket, bearing Adil's name and dated October 31, was discovered in a garbage pile outside his rented house in Aman Vihar Colony, Manakmau, along Ambala Road. The residence has since been sealed and is under police guard.
The recovery of the flight ticket has intensified the investigation into Adil's potential involvement in the blast, with authorities examining his movements in Delhi and possible connections to the incident. Forensic analysis of the ticket is underway. Dr. Adil, a native of Jammu and Kashmir, was taken on remand to Srinagar, while central and state agencies expanded their probe into his activities and network. Security agencies from Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, and central intelligence units are currently investigating Adil's local contacts and verifying his communications and bank records in Saharanpur.
The blast, which occurred when a Hyundai i20 exploded near the Red Fort Metro Station, is officially classified as a "terrorist act" by the Union Cabinet, carried out by "anti-national elements".
The ongoing investigation has also led to the discovery of multiple vehicles linked to the case. These include a Brezza found at Al Falah University, registered to Dr. Shaheen, and other vehicles like a Swift, an i20, and an EcoSport, all under investigation. A bomb disposal squad was dispatched to Al-Falah Medical College after the suspicious Maruti Brezza was found parked on the university premises. Authorities collected property documents from Al-Falah University.
Furthermore, investigations revealed that Dr. Muzammil, Dr. Adeel, Umar, and Shaheen collectively arranged approximately Rs 20 lakh in cash, which was handed over to Umar. They also procured over 20 quintals of NPK Fertiliser worth Rs 3 lakhs from Gurugram, Nuh and nearby areas intended for IED preparation. There was also a money dispute between Umar and Dr Mujammil.
The Delhi Police reconstructed the journey of Dr Umar Nabi, another key suspect, tracing his route from Haryana to Delhi via the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway. DNA samples from Dr. Umar Nabi's mother and brother have been collected and sent to AIIMS for analysis.
Dr. Adil, holding MBBS and MD degrees, worked at Famous Hospital in Saharanpur, where colleagues described him as "quiet, polite and professional". However, investigators allege Adil maintained links with terror outfits, including Jaish-e-Mohammed, and may have facilitated logistics for their operations.
The investigation is ongoing, with authorities pursuing leads related to accomplices and potential future threats. Investigative agencies have indicated that around eight terrorists planned to carry out serial blasts in several cities across India.
