The United Kingdom has updated its travel advisory for India following a devastating car bomb attack near Delhi’s iconic Red Fort that killed at least 12 people and injured over 20 others during Monday evening’s rush hour.
The explosion occurred at 6:52 p.m. local time on November 10, 2025, when a white Hyundai i20 carrying up to 70 kilograms of ammonium nitrate detonated at a traffic signal near Gate No. 1 of the Red Fort Metro Station.
Reports on the Red Fort explosion indicate the blast damaged multiple vehicles, ignited fires, and sent smoke and debris through Delhi’s historic Old Quarter, where the car had reportedly been parked for several hours before exploding.
UK Government’s Response to the Red Fort Blast
The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) issued a safety alert for Delhi stating: “There has been an explosion at the Red Fort (Lal Qila) Metro Station, New Delhi. If you’re in the immediate area, follow the advice of local authorities and monitor local media.”
The agency warned that traveling against FCDO guidance could invalidate travel insurance coverage. Indian authorities have invoked anti-terror laws and raised nationwide alerts, with Home Minister Amit Shah confirming that investigative agencies are examining “all angles” of the incident.
Areas in India Restricted for UK Travelers
Photo by Mahr Awais Iqbal from Awais Iqbal
The Delhi travel warning from the UK includes long-standing restrictions and new warnings for several areas.
India-Pakistan Border: All travel within 10 kilometers of the border is prohibited, including the Wagah-Attari crossing, which remains closed. The FCDO describes this “highly militarised” zone as subject to ongoing tensions between the two nations.
Jammu & Kashmir: British nationals are advised against all travel to popular tourist destinations, including Srinagar, Pahalgam, Gulmarg, Sonamarg, and the Jammu-Srinagar National Highway. Only air travel to Jammu city and movement within the city itself are permitted.
Manipur: The FCDO warns against non-essential travel to the northeastern state due to violent ethnic clashes and curfews ongoing since 2023.
Red Fort Area: Tourists should avoid the vicinity of the Red Fort until further notice as heightened security measures remain in place.
Security Measures in Place After the Blast
Following the Delhi Red Fort blast, the capital has implemented stricter security protocols, deploying additional personnel at major landmarks, metro stations, and Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Travelers should expect longer wait times, potential flight disruptions, and increased security checks at tourist sites, including India Gate, Jama Masjid, and Qutub Minar.
The advisory reflects mounting international concern over regional security, with the United States and Canada also updating travel warnings for India following the attack. British nationals are urged to register with their nearest embassy, monitor local media, and stay informed through official FCDO alerts.
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