Post by : Raina
Al-Fahim
Authorities are intensifying their investigation into last week's tragic blast in Delhi, focusing on four doctors affiliated with Al Falah University in Faridabad, situated about 45 km from the capital. These suspects have been linked to the Pakistan-based militant group Jaish-e-Mohammad, although the university denies any ties to their actions.
The blast, which occurred near the Red Fort Metro Station, resulted in at least 13 fatalities. DNA evidence has confirmed that Dr. Umar Mohammad was the driver of the Hyundai i20 involved in the explosion. The other three doctors—Dr. Muzammil Shakeel, Dr. Adeel Rather, and Dr. Shaheed Saeed—are now under law enforcement custody.
Sources from the investigation indicate that the four physicians raised approximately Rs 20 lakh to carry out planned attacks throughout Delhi. Reports suggest that they had intentions for multiple detonations across the National Capital Region on December 6, a date notable for the Babri Masjid demolition in 1992. Dr. Umar was entrusted with the entire amount and assisted in purchasing around 26 quintals of NPK fertilizer from local markets, valued at nearly Rs 3 lakh, which was meant for use in improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
Al Falah University, which spans an area of 70 acres, is recognized as a central site for the planning of these attacks. Investigators have found that Dr. Umar and his colleagues often met at room 13 in building 17, the residence of Dr. Muzammil, where significant planning for attacks in Delhi and Uttar Pradesh is believed to have occurred.
Additionally, authorities uncovered that chemicals were illicitly transported from the university lab for bomb-making purposes. Both Dr. Umar and Dr. Shaheed allegedly arranged for these chemicals, which were stored in rented premises in Dhauj and Taga villages. Forensic teams have retrieved chemical traces, digital information, and encrypted diaries containing coded references from both the suspects' residences and the university's lab.
Preliminary findings from the Delhi blast reveal usage of ANFO, an explosive composed of ammonium nitrate and fuel oil. Police operations in Faridabad have led to the seizure of over 2,000 kg of explosive materials, including 350 kg of ammonium nitrate.
In light of the events, Al Falah University issued a statement denouncing the attack, reaffirming that there is no connection between the institution and the apprehended doctors beyond their employment. Vice-Chancellor Bhupinder Kaur Anan expressed her concern regarding efforts to tarnish the university's name.
As the investigation progresses, authorities are working to unravel the network, sources of funding, and organizational structures behind the attack, indicating increased alertness across Delhi and neighboring areas.
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