Delhi blast: i20 driver got ₹20 lakh through illegal channels
What's the story
The driver of the Hyundai i20 that exploded near Red Fort, Delhi, has been identified as Umar Mohammad alias Umar Nabi. Investigations reveal he received ₹20 lakh through illegal financial channels, according to NDTV. Mohammad also bought large quantities of fertilizer with cash from a market in Haryana's Nuh. Several hawala dealers have been detained for questioning in connection with this case.
Blast impact
Delhi blast injures 20, damages nearby vehicles
The blast occurred on Monday evening at a parking lot near Red Fort, killing 13, injuring 20, and damaging several nearby vehicles. The explosion was so powerful that it damaged several other vehicles parked in the vicinity. The area was thrown into chaos as people rushed to help the injured.
Investigation progress
Investigators piece together sequence of events
Investigators are now trying to reconstruct the exact sequence of events leading up to the blast. They have prepared a detailed list of all vehicles that entered the parking area where the exploded car was parked for three hours. CCTV footage from inside Red Fort Metro station has also been obtained, showing moments before and after the explosion.
University probe
Al Falah University under investigation
Mohammad was a doctor at Al Falah University in Faridabad, which is also under investigation. Muzammil Ganaie and Shaheen Sayeed, former doctors linked to the university, have been arrested. Investigators recovered 360kg of ammonium nitrate from the college premises. The Crime Branch has filed two FIRs against Al Falah University for cheating and forgery after regulatory violations were reported by UGC and NAAC.