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Lal Quila Metro Fully Reopens After 5-Day Closure Following Deadly Delhi Blast
16 Nov
Summary
- Lal Quila Metro Station reopened after 5-day closure due to deadly blast near Red Fort
- Security heightened around Red Fort, blast investigation ongoing with fresh FIR
- 12 killed, several injured in November 10 blast near historic Red Fort
As of November 16, 2025, the Lal Quila Metro Station in Delhi has fully reopened after a five-day closure due to a deadly blast near the iconic Red Fort. The station, a key access point to several historic landmarks, was shut down as a precautionary measure in the aftermath of the November 10 explosion.
Security has been heightened around the Red Fort, and the investigation into the blast is ongoing. Delhi Police have registered a fresh FIR under sections of criminal conspiracy as part of the probe. The November 10 incident claimed the lives of 12 people and injured several others.
The Lal Quila Metro Station, which falls on the Violet Line of the Delhi Metro, had been closed for five days following the explosion. All gates of the station have now reopened, allowing commuters and tourists to access the nearby attractions, including the Red Fort, Jama Masjid, and the bustling Chandni Chowk area.
