On November 11, 2025, Haryana Police, in coordination with intelligence agencies, conducted a significant raid in Sector 56, Faridabad, uncovering another cache of approximately 50-60 kg of military-grade RDX (cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine) explosives from a rented house. This operation marks a follow-up to a massive haul of over 2,900 kg of explosives (primarily ammonium nitrate) recovered the previous day from a nearby location in Faridabad, which was linked to a broader terror network. The latest seizure also included electronic devices, bomb-making components such as timers and detonators, and other suspicious materials sufficient to assemble improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
Key Details of the Raid
- Location and Setup: The explosives were hidden in a rented residential property in Sector 56, Faridabad, Haryana. To prevent moisture damage, the materials were cleverly concealed over layers of straw bales, ensuring they remained viable for potential use. Neighbors reported no awareness of the suspicious activities next door, highlighting the covert nature of the operation.
- Arrests: Two suspects were detained during the raid. Their identities have not been officially disclosed, but preliminary investigations suggest ties to the same terror module involved in the Delhi incident. The house owner, a resident of Ballabhgarh (also in Faridabad district), is under questioning for possible complicity in renting out the property without due verification.
- Connection to Broader Probe: This action stems directly from the ongoing investigation into the high-intensity car bomb blast near Delhi’s Red Fort Metro Station on November 10, 2025. The case has been transferred to the National Investigation Agency (NIA) under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Explosives Act, and relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for murder and conspiracy. The NIA is exploring links to an older terror module involving medical professionals, including at least three doctors from Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), who were previously arrested in connection with the initial Faridabad haul.
Background on the Delhi Red Fort Blast
The trigger for these intensified raids was a devastating explosion on November 10, 2025, around 6:52 p.m., at a busy traffic signal outside the Red Fort Metro Station (Lal Quila) in Old Delhi. A slow-moving Hyundai i20 car, registered in Haryana, detonated, causing widespread damage to surrounding vehicles and structures.
- Casualties and Impact: The death toll has climbed to 13, with over 20 injured. Victims included commuters and pedestrians; many bodies were severely mutilated, complicating identification. Six victims were confirmed at Lok Nayak Hospital (LNJP) by midday on November 11. Families reported chaos at hospitals due to alleged mismanagement in victim notifications.
- Suspected Perpetrator: Forensic evidence points to Dr. Umar, a doctor from Pulwama, J&K, as the likely occupant of the car. DNA samples from the blast site are being matched against his family members. The vehicle had changed hands multiple times, with detentions including its original owner (Md. Salman) in Gurugram and others involved in its transfer.
- High-Level Response: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah reviewed the situation, with Shah directing agencies to “hunt down each and every culprit.” High alerts have been issued across states like Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Telangana, with bolstered security at airports, railways, borders, and key installations.
Emerging Links to a Larger Network
Investigators believe this forms part of a multi-state terror plot spanning J&K, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Delhi-NCR, potentially orchestrated by handlers in Pakistan-based groups like Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM). The previous day’s recovery in Faridabad—from a hospital or university-affiliated site—yielded 360 kg of ammonium nitrate (a precursor to RDX-like explosives), two AK-47 rifles, pistols, 20 detonators, walkie-talkies, and IED components. Eight individuals, including three J&K doctors, were arrested in that operation, with no public suspicion raised due to their professional facades. Today’s RDX seizure escalates concerns, as the material is potent enough for multiple high-impact blasts targeting urban centers.
The plot appears sophisticated: Explosives were stockpiled for coordinated attacks, with the Red Fort blast possibly a “test” or diversion. The involvement of educated professionals (doctors) in logistics underscores a shift in recruitment tactics, evading traditional profiling.
Official Statements and Next Steps
Haryana Police clarified that while initial reports labeled the materials as RDX, lab tests are confirming the composition (noting ammonium nitrate’s role as a base). The NIA has sealed the Sector 56 site for forensics and is expanding searches in Pulwama and Gurugram. Opposition leaders, including Supriya Shrinate, have flagged it as a “security lapse,” demanding accountability.
For the latest developments, monitor credible news sources like The Hindu, NDTV, or Times of India. Security agencies urge public vigilance—report suspicious activities via helplines (e.g., 112). India remains on high alert, but swift action has likely thwarted a larger catastrophe. Stay safe.