Delhi bomb blast: Blast near Israel embassy in capital, search operation underway

An explosion occurred on Tuesday at the back side of the Israel embassy in a private property in New Delhi, as reported by officials. However, no explosive device has been discovered at the location. Currently, a search operation is in progress, and officials have confirmed that all staff members are safe and unharmed.

Delhi Police sources said a typed letter addressed to the Israeli ambassador was found in a garden area behind the embassy, where the explosion took place.

The authenticity of the letter is being verified, they said.


When contacted, Israeli embassy spokesperson Guy Nir said, "We can confirm that around 5:48 pm, there was a blast in close proximity to the embassy. Delhi Police and the security team are still investigating the situation."

Deputy Ambassador of Israel to India, Ohad Nakash Kaynar said, "This is evening several minutes after 5, an explosion occurred in close proximity of the Embassy. All our diplomats and workers are safe. Our security teams are working in full cooperation with local Delhi security and they will investigate the matter further."

According to Delhi Fire Services officials, they received a call about the blast at 5:45 pm and it was transferred from the Delhi Police PCR (police control room). The fire department immediately sent two fire engines to the spot.

A guard deployed at Hindi Bhawan told the media that he heard a loud noise behind the embassy and informed the police.

A unit from the Special Cell of the Delhi Police has also arrived at the location. The vicinity has been sealed off, and security personnel are present.


(With inputs from agencies)