Thimphu: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday assured action against the conspirators behind the deadly Delhi car blast that killed at least eight persons on Monday evening. Indian agencies will get to the bottom of the conspiracy, he said and assured that those behind the blast “will not be spared”.
The PM is on an official visit to Bhutan and was speaking at the Changlimethang Ground in Thimphu. He also spoke on the deep spiritual and cultural bond that have existed between the two countries for centuries.
“Today is a very important day for Bhutan, for the Bhutanese royal family, and for all who believe in world peace. India and Bhutan have shared a deep spiritual and cultural bond for centuries. And therefore, it was India’s and my commitment to participate in this important occasion.”
“Today, I come here with a very heavy heart. The horrific incident that took place in Delhi yesterday evening has deeply saddened everyone. I understand the grief of the affected families. Today, the entire nation stands with them. I was in touch with all the agencies investigating this incident throughout last night…Our agencies will get to the bottom of this conspiracy. The conspirators behind this will not be spared. All those responsible will be brought to justice,” he added.
PM Modi was referring to the blast in a Haryana-registered car near the Red Fort on Monday evening. Several people are still battling for their lives in hospital.
High alerts have been sounded across the country with security forces carrying out checks in public areas and important installations.
On his arrival in Thimphu on Tuesday, the Indian PM was received by his Bhutanese counterpart, Tshering Tobgay.
The visit aims to deepen India-Bhutan partnership and reinforce India’s commitment to its Neighbourhood First Policy.
“Landed in Bhutan. Grateful to Prime Minister Tobgay for the warm and gracious welcome at the airport. This visit reflects the deep bonds of friendship and cooperation shared between our two nations. India and Bhutan enjoy a time-tested partnership anchored in trust, goodwill and mutual respect. I look forward to further strengthening our close ties during this visit,” PM Modi posted on X.
“I join the entire nation in welcoming my elder brother Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Bhutan,” Bhutanese prime minister Tobgay posted.
The Indian PM had earlier posted: “I will be visiting the Kingdom of Bhutan from 11-12 November 2025. It would be my honour to join the people of Bhutan as they mark the 70th birth anniversary of His Majesty the Fourth King.”
His visit also coincides with the exposition of the Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha that India has loaned to Bhutan to be exhibited. He will also offer prayers to the Holy Relics at Tashichhodzong in Thimphu and participate in the Global Peace Prayer Festival organised by the Royal Government of Bhutan.
“The exposition of the Sacred Piprahwa Relics of Lord Buddha from India during the organisation of the Global Peace Prayer Festival in Bhutan reflects our two countries’ deep-rooted civilisational and spiritual ties,” PM Modi posted.
He also said that the visit will mark a “major milestone in our successful energy partnership with the inauguration of the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project”.