Today, On 11th November, Chief Justice of India BR Gavai led a two-minute silence in the Supreme Court to honour the victims of the Delhi bomb blast, expressing deep sorrow and saying, “No words can capture the depth of such grief.”
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Tuesday observed a two-minute silence to pay tribute to late Senior Advocates Dr. S. Sharath Javali and Jagdish Chandra Gupta, as well as to the victims of the tragic Delhi bomb blast that occurred yesterday.
A full court reference was held in the Supreme Court to honour the memory and remarkable contribution of the two senior advocates, who were known for their commitment to the legal profession and their decades of service to the Bar.
The gathering reflected the judiciary’s deep respect for their professional excellence and personal integrity.
During the solemn occasion, the Chief Justice of India and other judges, along with members of the Bar, stood in silence to remember Dr. Javali, Mr. Gupta, and the innocent lives lost in the recent Delhi blast.
The court also expressed its condolences to the bereaved families and reaffirmed its solidarity with those affected by the tragic incident.
Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai, while addressing the court, expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of lives in the Delhi blast.
He said,
“We take note of the tragic and cowardly incident that occurred in Delhi yesterday. We are deeply saddened by the loss of lives in the devastating car blast. On behalf of the Supreme Court and the entire judicial fraternity, we extend our heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones. No words can truly capture the depth of such grief. We hope the nation’s collective compassion and solidarity bring some comfort to the bereaved. We stand with them in this moment of sorrow and reaffirm our commitment to the rule of law and to ensuring justice.”
The full court reference served as a moment of collective mourning and reflection, highlighting the Supreme Court’s tradition of paying homage to departed members of the legal fraternity while standing united in the face of national tragedy.
A powerful explosion took place near the Red Fort Metro Station in Delhi on the evening of November 10, 2025, killing at least eight people and injuring more than twenty others.
The blast occurred around 6:52 pm when a white Hyundai i20 car stopped at a traffic signal near Gate 1 of the metro station.
The explosion set the car ablaze and damaged several nearby vehicles, including auto-rickshaws, while shattering windows in the busy area near Chandni Chowk and the Red Fort. The incident caused panic among locals and tourists in one of Delhi’s most crowded zones.
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According to officials, the car was registered in Gurugram and had changed ownership multiple times, prompting police to detain the former owner for questioning.
Investigating agencies suspect the involvement of a terror module and have invoked provisions under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act and the Explosives Act.
Home Minister Amit Shah called a high-level security meeting soon after the blast, and the Red Fort area, including the metro station, was sealed off for investigation.
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