The death toll in the Delhi Red Fort terror attack has now climbed to 13. Bilal Hassan, a 35-year-old patient admitted to the ICU at LNJP Hospital, succumbed to his injuries last night. Bilal suffered severe injuries due to the explosion, with his intestines and lungs ruptured. Bilal was admitted to the LNJP ICU on Monday, but doctors were unable to save his life.
Currently, 20 injured patients from the Red Fort terror blast remain admitted to LNJP Hospital. The condition of 3 of these patients is critical, and all seriously injured patients are undergoing treatment in the ICU.
₹26 Lakh Raised to Buy Explosive Materials
The doctors arrested in connection with the ‘White-Collar Terror Module’ had allegedly collected over ₹26 lakh to purchase materials used in the explosion near the Red Fort. An official stated that four suspects—Dr. Muzammil Ganie, Dr. Adeel Ahmed Rather, Dr. Shaheen Sayeed, and Dr. Umar un Nabi—collectively raised the cash, which was then handed over to Dr. Umar for safe-keeping and operational use.
Dr. Umar, a resident of Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, and an Assistant Professor at Al Falah University in Faridabad, Haryana, was reportedly driving the Hyundai i20 car used in the explosion that took place in the busy Red Fort area on Monday evening. Investigators believe this fund was intended for a larger terror conspiracy.
Was There a Dispute Between Umar and Muzammil Over Money?
From the collected amount, the suspects allegedly purchased about 26 quintals (2,600 kg) of NPK fertilizer worth approximately ₹3 lakh from Gurugram, Nuh, and nearby towns. Officials stated that this fertilizer, when mixed with other chemicals, is commonly used to construct Improvised Explosive Devices (IEDs).
Police sources indicated that the group’s purchase of such a massive quantity of fertilizer has become a key lead in the investigation. They are examining financial transactions and supply records. Sources also mentioned that in the days leading up to the explosion, Umar and Muzammil had a disagreement over the financial handling. Investigators are examining whether this dispute affected the group’s plans or the timing of the attack.
