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Red Fort Blast Anniversary: Lives Shattered
9 Nov
Summary
- Blast survivor Ankush endures surgeries and trauma a year later.
- Victim Toman's death left his family in debt and medical distress.
- Amar Kataria's young son still awaits his father's return.
The first anniversary of the November 10, 2025, Red Fort blast is a somber reminder of lives forever divided into 'before' and 'after.' For Ankush Sharma, a 27-year-old jewelry trader, the explosion near the Red Fort Metro Station resulted in the loss of an eye and hearing impairment, with numerous surgeries still pending. His family struggles with his physical pain and depression, unable to celebrate Diwali as they once did.
The blast also claimed Toman, a young man from Shamli, Uttar Pradesh, who was the sole provider for his family, including an ailing elder brother. His death has plunged the family into debt due to mounting medical expenses for a kidney transplant and subsequent spinal injury, now relying on relatives for support.
Amar Kataria, a 35-year-old businessman, was another victim. His young son no longer expects his father's return, and his wife struggles to cope, having found no employment. Amar's parents have lost the will to live, highlighting the profound and lasting impact of the tragedy on multiple families.
