Television actor Anuj Kohli had a narrow escape from the blast that rocked the Red Fort area in Delhi on Monday evening.
The explosion occurred around 6:52 pm in a car near Red Fort Metro Station, killing nine people and injuring at least 20 others. The impact was severe, damaging nearby vehicles and sending shockwaves across the busy Old Delhi area.
Anuj, who has been in Delhi for the past 10–15 days to visit his family and attend to some work, said he had crossed the same stretch of road just minutes before the incident.
“I passed by the Red Fort area around 6:10 pm. Just about 40–50 minutes later, the blast took place exactly where I had passed. I was heading towards Connaught Place when I got a call about it,” he shared.
Describing the location, the actor added, “The Red Fort Metro Station is on one side and the main Red Fort road is on the other. I had just crossed that junction. I often visit that market. I even thought of stopping for some street food, but skipped it because of the traffic.”
This isn’t the first time Anuj has had a close call. “Three years ago, I was in Jammu when a blast happened near my relative’s house — just the next wall. I don’t know how, but I’ve been saved twice. My heart goes out to all those affected by this tragic incident,” he said.
Anuj also shared that the situation in Delhi remains tense, with several markets shut and heightened security checks across the city. “It’s a panic situation. I’m planning to return to Mumbai soon. But for now, we’re all staying home to stay safe,” he added.
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