A detailed analysis of India’s internal security crisis after the 10 November 2025 Red Fort bombing, highlighting political failures, intelligence lapses, and public safety concerns.
By Dr. Mohammad Farooque | Qalam Times News Network
Dateline: New Delhi | 10 November 2025
A Deepening Crisis: Governance, Politics, and the Fragile State of National Security
Security once again came under grim scrutiny after a car-bomb exploded near Delhi’s Red Fort on 10 November 2025. The blast killed at least 13 people and injured many more. The sheer quantity of explosives used left no doubt that this was a major terrorist attack. Reports suggest the vehicle involved had been taken from a medical college in Faridabad and was driven through several sensitive zones in Delhi for nearly three hours before the explosion. Officials believe the attack had been planned for months and that a Pakistan-based militant group—capable of producing more than 200 bombs—was behind it, with further plots aimed at Delhi, Gurugram, and Faridabad.
Here’s the thing: such a massive security failure directly contradicts the government’s repeated claims of eliminating terrorism. Even with the investigation handed over to the National Investigation Agency (NIA), the fact remains that this attack took place inside one of the most protected high-security zones of the capital—home to top ministers and government officials. The blast exposed a deep crack in the country’s internal security structure, placing the responsibility squarely on the central government, especially Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who consistently promise public safety yet fall short in practice.
A key point people are raising is about the Delhi Police, which operates directly under the authority of the Modi–Shah leadership. Despite central control over the city’s policing and municipal administration, such an incident still occurred. This sharp contrast between claims and reality has fueled public anger and political criticism. Citizens and opposition voices are demanding answers—if the Home Minister cannot safeguard the nation’s own capital, how can the country possibly remain secure?
On the political front, the Modi–Shah election strategy appears increasingly aggressive. During the Bihar Assembly election season, multiple incidents of violence against political opponents were reported, including an attack on the Deputy Chief Minister’s convoy. When electoral wins take precedence over public security, the country’s internal stability is bound to suffer.
Another troubling angle is the Prime Minister’s diplomatic priorities. Even during major national crises—whether Pulwama or the present Delhi blast—his frequent foreign tours raise concerns. After the latest attack, his visit to Bhutan and participation in “global peace prayers” felt oddly disconnected while the nation struggled with yet another instance of domestic terrorism.
It’s worth remembering that serious attacks like Uri, Pathankot, Pulwama, and Pahalgam all occurred under the current leadership’s previous terms. Repeated intelligence lapses, operational gaps, and ineffective coordination have long been visible. Seen against that backdrop, the latest Red Fort attack becomes yet another reminder of widening security failures and governmental complacency.
India, once showcased as a model of stability and progress, now finds itself dealing with internal crises, terrorism, and a political culture obsessed with elections. Institutions meant to protect the public have been pushed into the shadows of political interest. The Red Fort blast has made one thing painfully clear: the nation and its citizens no longer feel protected under this government.
