Forensic Analysis Links Red Fort Blast to Pakistan-Backed Jaish-e-Mohammed Terror Group

Are the blasts connected? Recent forensic investiations related to the Red Fort bomb blast have come up with some interesting facts. From the explosion scene, the forensic teams gathered more than forty samples, including cartridges and two types of explosives. According to preliminary investigations, one of the explosives may be ammonium nitrate, which is frequently used in bombs tied to terrorism, while the other is thought to be a more powerful chemical compound that has not yet been identified.The

A white Hyundai i20 automobile concealed an IED laden with ammonium nitrate, which exploded close to the Red Fort, killing thirteen people and injuring over twenty more, according to additional investigations. The thunderous explosion damaged numerous parked cars and shattered glass windows. A severed forearm was among the recovered body pieces that were sent for DNA testing to verify the victim's and suspects' identities.

DNA profiling identified the bomber beyond any doubt, and he was Dr. Umar Un Nabi, who was found trapped inside the vehicle at the time of the explosion, and his status was confirmed as a driver and an attacker. Investigations also revealed that this attack deviated from typical suicide bombing tactics. According to the reports, the blast occurred prematurely without designing it for maximum casualties, and that could mean panic or hurried execution by the perpetrator.​​

The investigation has now grown to unravel a wider terror conspiracy in which at least 32 vehicles, rigged with explosives and targeting different Indian cities, are involved. This network, reportedly affiliated with groups that have direct links to ISIS offshoot Ansar Gazwat-ul-Hind, had individuals who arranged substantial funding and bought large quantities of chemical fertilizers used in the making of bombs.

The NIA has taken over the investigation from Delhi Police, directing a faster forensic examination and comprehensive reports. Security agencies continue with raids and intelligence gathering in order to dismantle the terror network behind the blast.