Heightened Security Alert in Delhi Amid Lashkar-e-Taiba Threat

Security agencies in Delhi have issued a high alert following intelligence reports indicating that the Pakistan-based terrorist organization Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) is plotting attacks on key religious sites, particularly targeting a temple in the Chandni Chowk area and locations near the historic Red Fort. The intelligence suggests that the group may be planning to use improvised explosive devices (IEDs) as part of a retaliatory strategy linked to a recent blast at a mosque in Islamabad on February 6, which resulted in 31 fatalities.

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The current alert comes in the wake of a deadly car explosion near the Red Fort on November 10, 2025, which killed at least 12 people and injured over 20 others. The attack was executed using a vehicle packed with ammonium nitrate explosives, driven by Umar Mohammad, a doctor associated with Al-Falah University in Faridabad. Investigators believe that the blast was a result of pressure on the terror network following the arrests of key members and the recovery of nearly 2,900 kilograms of explosives in Faridabad shortly before the incident.

Security Alert In Delhi Following Lashkar-E-Taiba’s Plans To Attack On Temples Near Red Fort : Sources

In response to the intelligence inputs, security has been significantly heightened across Old Delhi, particularly around religious sites. Paramilitary forces and Delhi Police have been deployed to maintain continuous surveillance, with personnel monitoring temple premises from both elevated positions and ground level. Additional measures include vehicle inspections, barricades at strategic locations, and the readiness of bomb disposal and quick reaction teams.

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While the intelligence inputs have prompted a robust security response, some critics argue that the focus on religious sites may inadvertently heighten tensions in a diverse city like Delhi. Concerns have been raised about the potential for increased communal strife if security measures are perceived as targeting specific communities.

Alert over possible Lashkar plot targeting temples in Delhi

Officials have emphasized the importance of public vigilance and urged residents to report any suspicious activities or objects. They have reassured the public that security forces are prepared to respond to any threats, aiming to prevent potential attacks and ensure the safety of both residents and visitors in the capital.

Alert over possible Lashkar plot targeting temples in Delhi

There are discrepancies regarding the number of casualties from the November 10 blast, with some reports indicating 15 fatalities while others cite 12. Additionally, while the intelligence inputs suggest a specific focus on the Chandni Chowk area, the broader implications of the LeT's alleged revenge plot remain under investigation.

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Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, with ongoing investigations into the larger terror module linked to the November blast. The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has been granted additional time to complete its inquiries, and security agencies are maintaining heightened vigilance across Delhi and other major cities to preempt any potential attacks.

Alert over possible Lashkar plot targeting temples in Delhi

• “Blast alert in front of the Red Fort in Delhi. Terrorists may target a temple in Chandni Chowk. Lashkar-e-Taiba is plotting an IED attack. They are planning a major terrorist attack in India to avenge the February 6th mosque blast in Islamabad, Pakistan. Major temples in the country can be targeted by Lashkar-e-Taiba,” — Intelligence sources

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• “In view of the fresh intelligence warning, authorities are not taking any chances.” — Official statement

Security alert in Delhi after possible Lashkar plot targeting temples near Red Fort

This alert underscores the ongoing threat posed by Lashkar-e-Taiba and the need for continued vigilance in urban centers susceptible to terrorist activities.

Alert over possible Lashkar plot targeting temples in Delhi