India, Nov. 13 -- Following the aftermath of a powerful explosion near the Red Fort Metro Station that killed 13 and injured several others, Delhi remains on edge. Police have been placed on high alert, and intensive checking drives are being conducted across the city to prevent any further threat.

The usually congested roads of Delhi wore a deserted look on Wednesday. Even during peak traffic hours, several stretches from ITO to India Gate and Ashram to Dhaula Kuan remained unusually clear. The fear following Monday's blast kept many people indoors, while others avoided public transport or crowded routes. "Traffic is much lighter than normal. Many people are choosing to stay home unless necessary," a traffic police official said.

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