Executive Summary
- A car explosion near the Red Fort metro station in New Delhi on November 10, 2025, killed 12 people and injured 20 others.
- The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi has issued a security alert, warning American citizens to exercise caution and stay vigilant.
- The advisory recommends avoiding the area of the blast, staying away from crowds, and monitoring local media for updates.
The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi issued a security alert for American citizens on November 12, 2025, following a deadly car explosion two days prior near the Lal Quila (Red Fort) metro station. The blast, which occurred during busy evening hours on November 10, resulted in 12 fatalities and an additional 20 injuries, according to local media reports.
In its advisory, the embassy urged U.S. citizens to exercise caution. “While the cause of the explosion is unknown at this time, the Government of India has placed several Indian states on high alert,” the official notice stated. The embassy emphasized the need for heightened awareness in areas frequented by tourists and large crowds.
The security alert provided specific recommendations for U.S. nationals in the region. These actions include avoiding the areas around Red Fort and Chandni Chowk, staying away from crowds, monitoring local media for updates, and remaining aware of their surroundings.
The embassy also provided contact information for its consulates in New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Hyderabad, and Kolkata, as well as the State Department’s Consular Affairs office, for any citizens requiring assistance. The advisory serves as a precautionary measure as Indian authorities continue their investigation into the incident.