Intel Alert Flags LeT Threat to Delhi Religious Sites, Red Fort Area
21 Feb 2026 10:39 AM IST21 Feb 2026 10:39 AM IST
According to intelligence sources, key religious sites, including areas around the Red Fort and parts of Chandni Chowk, are on the radar of the Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba
An intelligence alert has been issued in the national capital following inputs warning of a possible terror threat near the Red Fort (PTI file image)
New Delhi: Security was heightened across key religious and heritage sites in Delhi on Saturday following intelligence inputs about a possible terror threat, with additional deployment around the Red Fort and parts of Chandni Chowk.
Sources said central intelligence agencies had alerted Delhi Police to a possible explosion threat near the Red Fort, after inputs suggested that Pakistan-based terror outfit Lashkar-e-Tayyabba (LeT) had allegedly included prominent religious places in India on its target list. Specific information indicated that a temple in the Chandni Chowk area could be a potential target.
Officials said the inputs are being verified and assessed. As a precaution, security has been strengthened in sensitive religious locations and crowded public areas. Surveillance has been intensified through CCTV monitoring, vehicle checks and deployment of additional personnel at vulnerable points. Bomb disposal squads, dog squads and quick reaction teams have been placed on standby.
Intelligence agencies indicated that the group could attempt an Improvised Explosive Device (IED)-based attack. Sources said the alleged plan was being linked to the February 6 blast at a mosque in Islamabad.
The alert comes in the backdrop of the November 10, 2025 car explosion near the Red Fort, in which 13 people were killed and over 20 injured after a vehicle laden with explosives detonated near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort metro station.
Officials urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious objects or activity to the police, while stating that the measures are precautionary and there is no cause for panic. Further verification of intelligence inputs is under way.
Officials said the inputs are being verified and assessed. As a precaution, security has been strengthened in sensitive religious locations and crowded public areas. Surveillance has been intensified through CCTV monitoring, vehicle checks and deployment of additional personnel at vulnerable points. Bomb disposal squads, dog squads and quick reaction teams have been placed on standby.
Intelligence agencies indicated that the group could attempt an Improvised Explosive Device (IED)-based attack. Sources said the alleged plan was being linked to the February 6 blast at a mosque in Islamabad.
The alert comes in the backdrop of the November 10, 2025 car explosion near the Red Fort, in which 13 people were killed and over 20 injured after a vehicle laden with explosives detonated near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort metro station.
Officials urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious objects or activity to the police, while stating that the measures are precautionary and there is no cause for panic. Further verification of intelligence inputs is under way.
( Source : Deccan Chronicle )
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