Red Fort Reopening: Know the Exact Date ASI May Open It After the Deadly Blast
After the Delhi blast near Red Fort, ASI shares a major update on when the historic monument will reopen. Here’s the new safety plan and expected reopening timeline.
Aryan K 
Delhi [India] November 15: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has announced that the Red Fort will reopen for visitors from 16 November 2025. This update comes just days after a deadly blast shook the area. This week added tense moment when a powerful explosion near Gate 1 of Lal Quila metro station forced an emergency shutdown. Careful checks and safety steps have been done. So, now the fort is ready to welcome the public again.
Metro Access Restored After Restrictions
The blast had also affected the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC). This lead to the closure of gates 2 and 3 at the Lal Quila station. These gates are now open again. This have given relief to daily commuters and tourists. For four days, people faced strict movement rules. There wer long detours, and heavy checking. This is because, the security teams searched the entire area. DMRC shared an update online. They shared that the partial metro entry was restored. It brought a sense of normal life back to Old Delhi’s busy lanes.
Why The Red Fort Was Closed
Soon after the explosion, Delhi Police wrote to the ASI asking for a temporary shutdown of the Red Fort. Their teams needed full control of the area to study the damage and gather clues. The first request was to keep the fort closed from 11 to 13 November. But the closure was later extended. This was done as investigators continued their work. Lakhs of visitors visit Red Fort every year. Red Fort is not just a heritage spot. It is a place that needs high security. The shutdown was though difficult. But this shutdown helped officers focus on the investigation.
Rising Concerns After Probe Findings
Security agencies have now begun digging deeper into what they describe as an interstate “white-collar terror module.” Early findings link the blast to possible planned attacks. Those attacks were planned in four Indian cities. The main suspect is Dr Umar Nabi. Investigators followed the movements of the main suspect. It was done through more than 50 CCTV cameras. This helped them trace the route of the explosive-filled car. Police believe he and two others used encrypted apps. They collected over ₹26 lakh. Then they bought 26 quintals of NPK fertiliser to make powerful devices. NIA has joined the case. More people have been detained for questioning. It includes doctors connected to Al-Falah University.
A City Slowly Returning To Calm
The blast happened at 6:52 pm. It happened near a traffic signal close to the Lal Quila metro station. Within seconds, flames spread, burning cars, e-rickshaws, an auto, and even a DTC bus nearby. Whole India felt shaken after the incident. But with the fort reopening, metro gates functioning again, and a deeper probe underway, the city is slowly finding stability.
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