India’s national cricket team coach, Gautam Gambhir, led the cricketing community in mourning the victims of a recent car explosion near the Red Fort area in Delhi. The tragic blast, which occurred close to a metro station, resulted in at least 8 fatalities and over 20 injuries, causing shock and sorrow throughout the capital city.
Known for his outspoken stance on social and national issues, Gambhir expressed his sorrow through social media, stating, “Saddened by the loss of lives due to the blast in Delhi. Praying for strength for the families of the deceased and a speedy recovery for the injured.”
Union Home Minister Amit Shah confirmed that the explosion took place in a Hyundai i20 vehicle, prompting immediate deployment of emergency services and security personnel to the scene for investigations into the incident’s cause and nature.
Following the tragic news, heartfelt messages of condolences and solidarity poured in from various cricketing figures. Former Indian opener, Shikhar Dhawan, offered prayers for the victims, emphasizing the need for caution, stating, “Deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives in the Delhi car blast near Red Fort. My prayers are with the victims and their families. Let’s all stay safe and alert.”
BCCI President Mithun Manhas, a Delhi native, expressed concern over the alarming reports of the blast near the Red Fort metro station and extended thoughts and prayers for the affected individuals.
The blast, striking a historically significant area of the national capital, has evoked widespread grief and apprehension, leading authorities to cordon off the site and initiate a thorough investigation to identify the perpetrators. Additionally, security measures have been heightened at the Arun Jaitley cricket stadium in Delhi ahead of the Ranji Trophy fixture between Delhi and Jammu & Kashmir in response to the incident.