The Union Cabinet on Wednesday condemned the November 10 car explosion near Delhi’s Red Fort, describing it as a “heinous terrorist incident” and pledging to bring the perpetrators, their collaborators, and those sponsoring the attack to justice.
Chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Cabinet passed a resolution expressing profound grief over the loss of lives and observed two minutes of silence in memory of the victims.
“The country has witnessed a heinous terrorist incident perpetrated by anti-national forces through a car explosion near Red Fort on November 10,” Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said while reading out the resolution.
The Cabinet extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and wished a speedy recovery to those injured. It also appreciated the swift efforts of medical teams and emergency responders who provided immediate assistance.
Calling the blast a “dastardly and cowardly act,” the Cabinet reaffirmed India’s zero-tolerance stance towards terrorism in all forms. It also acknowledged messages of solidarity received from governments across the world.
Commending the timely and coordinated response of security agencies and citizens, the government said it is monitoring the situation at the highest levels and has directed investigators to pursue the case with “utmost urgency and professionalism”.
Reiterating its resolve, the resolution concluded that the government remains steadfast in safeguarding the lives and well-being of citizens in line with its commitment to national security.
