New Delhi: The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has filed a supplementary chargesheet naming absconding paediatrician Dr Muzaffar Ahmad as one of the principal conspirators behind the devastating Red Fort terror attack in Delhi that claimed 11 lives, alleging he secretly manufactured and tested powerful TATP-based explosives while maintaining the image of a respected medical professional.
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NIA Names Doctor Among Key Conspirators
In a significant development in the investigation into the November 2025 Red Fort terror attack, the National Investigation Agency has filed a supplementary chargesheet against three additional accused, including Dr Muzaffar Ahmad, whom investigators describe as one of the “prime architects” of the conspiracy. With this latest filing, the total number of accused in the case has risen to 13.
The attack near Delhi’s iconic Red Fort claimed 11 lives and left several others injured, making it one of the deadliest terror incidents in the national capital in recent years. The NIA has alleged that the conspiracy was carefully planned over several months and involved a network of operatives working in coordination to execute the attack.
According to the NIA, Dr Muzaffar Ahmad, a qualified paediatrician from J&K, played a pivotal role in the planning and execution of the terror plot while simultaneously maintaining the public image of a respected medical practitioner. Investigators allege that he manufactured improvised explosive devices (IEDs) using Triacetone Triperoxide (TATP), repeatedly tested the explosives before the attack, stored explosive materials at various locations, and trained other members of the terror module in bomb-making techniques.
The agency further claims that Ahmad coordinated the procurement of chemicals and other materials required for assembling the explosives and remained actively involved in the logistical aspects of the conspiracy. According to the chargesheet, his professional identity enabled him to operate without attracting suspicion while allegedly carrying out clandestine terrorist activities.
The Red Fort Terror Attack
The terror attack took place near Delhi’s historic Red Fort in November 2025 when a car laden with explosives detonated, killing 11 people and injuring several others. The powerful explosion triggered panic in one of the country’s most sensitive and symbolically significant locations, prompting an immediate response from security agencies and leading to an extensive investigation by the National Investigation Agency (NIA).
Given the scale of the attack and the suspected involvement of an organised terrorist network, the investigation was transferred to the National Investigation Agency, which has since conducted an extensive probe involving forensic examination, digital evidence, witness testimonies, and intelligence inputs.
According to the NIA, the explosive devices used in the attack were based on Triacetone Triperoxide (TATP), a highly volatile explosive known for its extreme sensitivity to heat, friction, and impact. Often referred to internationally as the “Mother of Satan,” TATP has been used in several major terrorist attacks across the world because it can be manufactured using commercially available chemicals despite the considerable risks involved in handling it. The agency alleges that Dr Ahmad possessed the expertise required to manufacture and test such explosives and played a central role in preparing the devices that were ultimately used in the attack.
Alleged Links to Terror Organisations
The NIA has also alleged that the conspiracy involved members associated with Ansar Ghazwat-ul-Hind (AGH) and Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS). According to investigators, the accused functioned as part of a larger terrorist network that sought to carry out high-profile attacks in India.
The chargesheet outlines the alleged coordination among various members of the group, including the procurement of explosives, movement of operatives, communication through encrypted channels, and planning of the attack. The agency contends that these activities point to a well-organised conspiracy extending beyond the individuals named in the chargesheet.
The supplementary chargesheet filed by the NIA names three additional accused who allegedly performed different roles in facilitating the conspiracy. According to investigators, the accused provided logistical support, arranged safe houses, transported explosive materials, and assisted in maintaining communication among members of the terror module. The latest filing is based on evidence gathered through forensic analysis, electronic records, witness statements, and materials recovered during the investigation. The agency has indicated that the probe remains ongoing and that further evidence is being examined to identify other individuals who may have been involved in the conspiracy.
The NIA has stated that efforts are continuing to apprehend the absconding accused, including Dr Muzaffar Ahmad. Investigators are also examining the wider network allegedly linked to the conspiracy, including possible financial, logistical, and organisational support structures that enabled the attack.
