New Delhi: The investigation into the recent explosion near the Red Fort in Delhi has uncovered a wide network that had been planning attacks across India for the past two years. According to security sources, those linked to the Jaish e Mohammad group had been quietly collecting explosive materials and electronic equipment to prepare for multiple blasts.

Officials say the key suspect, Dr Muzammil Shakeel, revealed during questioning that the planning began in 2023. Over this period, the group bought urea, ammonium nitrate and other chemicals from different parts of Haryana and Delhi. They also purchased 26 quintals of NPK fertiliser from Gurugram and Nuh for around three lakh rupees. Investigators believe these materials were meant for making powerful explosives.

Reports indicate that the module also collected various electronic devices from markets in Faridabad. A deep freezer was bought to store chemicals safely, and a small flour mill was used to grind urea into fine powder. Police say that Umar, who died in the explosion, was responsible for handling the fertiliser mixture.

The findings suggest that the group was preparing more than one attack and had planned to target several places across the country. Security agencies have intensified checks and expanded the investigation to trace everyone involved in the supply of chemicals and equipment.

Authorities continue to examine the wider network as the probe moves forward, with more arrests likely in the coming days.