A Deadly Car Blast Rocks Delhi: Man Arrested in Kashmir Linked to Attack
Indian authorities announced the arrest of Amir Rashid Ali, a resident of Pampore in Indian-administered Kashmir, over his alleged role in last week's deadly car blast that rocked New Delhi. The bombing near the Red Fort left 12 people dead and 32 injured.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) identified Mr. Ali as the owner of the car involved in the attack, which was registered in his name. According to the NIA, Mr. Ali conspired with a "suicide bomber" named Umar Un Nabi to carry out the terrorist attack. The suspect allegedly traveled to Delhi to facilitate the purchase of the vehicle used to transport explosives for the blast.
Indian authorities have been tight-lipped about the involvement of Pakistan in the attack, citing concerns that it could escalate tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. However, officials have promised to investigate all possible leads and identify those involved if they are found.
The arrest comes just days after a cache of confiscated explosives detonated in a police station in Srinagar, killing nine people and injuring nearly 30 others. The authorities ruled out any involvement by armed groups in the explosion but claimed to have recovered a "massive cache" of arms, ammunition, and explosives in raids across multiple northern Indian states.
The recent spate of violence in Kashmir has raised concerns about the stability of the region and the ability of Indian authorities to tackle militant groups. As the investigation into last week's blast continues, many are watching closely to see if the arrest will lead to further breakthroughs or if it marks a turning point in efforts to bring perpetrators to justice.
Indian authorities announced the arrest of Amir Rashid Ali, a resident of Pampore in Indian-administered Kashmir, over his alleged role in last week's deadly car blast that rocked New Delhi. The bombing near the Red Fort left 12 people dead and 32 injured.
The National Investigation Agency (NIA) identified Mr. Ali as the owner of the car involved in the attack, which was registered in his name. According to the NIA, Mr. Ali conspired with a "suicide bomber" named Umar Un Nabi to carry out the terrorist attack. The suspect allegedly traveled to Delhi to facilitate the purchase of the vehicle used to transport explosives for the blast.
Indian authorities have been tight-lipped about the involvement of Pakistan in the attack, citing concerns that it could escalate tensions between the two nuclear-armed neighbors. However, officials have promised to investigate all possible leads and identify those involved if they are found.
The arrest comes just days after a cache of confiscated explosives detonated in a police station in Srinagar, killing nine people and injuring nearly 30 others. The authorities ruled out any involvement by armed groups in the explosion but claimed to have recovered a "massive cache" of arms, ammunition, and explosives in raids across multiple northern Indian states.
The recent spate of violence in Kashmir has raised concerns about the stability of the region and the ability of Indian authorities to tackle militant groups. As the investigation into last week's blast continues, many are watching closely to see if the arrest will lead to further breakthroughs or if it marks a turning point in efforts to bring perpetrators to justice.