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26/11 Mumbai Attacks

The 26/11 Mumbai attacks were the main below to the law and order situation in India in the year 2008. These were a series of coordinated terrorist attacks that occurred in Mumbai, India, over four days, from November 26 to November 29, 2008. They were one of the deadliest terrorist events in India’s history, leaving a profound impact on the nation and the world. Here’s a summary:

Primary Facts of 26/11 Mumabi Attacks
Ten heavily armed terrorists carried out the attacks. They entered Mumbai via the sea route.

Target of Mumabi Attackers


The attackers targeted multiple iconic and crowded locations across Mumbai, including:

  1. Taj Mahal Palace Hotel was among the top target of the attckers.
  2. Oberoi Trident Hotel
  3. Leopold Café
  4. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus (CST) railway station
  5. Nariman House (a Jewish community center)
  6. Cama Hospital was also among the target of the attackers.

Total Death in Mumbai Attacks

  1. Civilians killed: 166 people, including 26 foreign nationals.
  2. Injured: Over 300.
  3. Security personnel lost: 18, including high-ranking officers like ATS Chief Hemant Karkare and Inspector Vijay Salaskar.
  4. Execution:
    The attackers carried out the assault using automatic rifles, grenades, and explosives. They conducted the operation with meticulous planning, real-time communication, and GPS devices. They had undergone rigorous training in Pakistan.

Response of Indian Security

  1. Indian security forces, including NSG (National Security Guard) commandos, Mumbai Police, and Marine Commandos (MARCOS), launched counter-operations.
  2. The operation to neutralize the attackers lasted almost 60 hours.
  3. All attackers were killed except Ajmal Kasab, who was captured alive.
  4. Aftermath:
    • Ajmal Kasab was tried in India, found guilty of multiple crimes, and executed on November 21, 2012.
    • India demanded action againstterrorist from the world

International Support to India and Reactions

  • Countries worldwide condemned the attacks and expressed solidarity with India.
  • The incident highlighted the vulnerabilities of urban centers to well-coordinated terrorist attacks.
  • Governments emphasized the need for international cooperation in combating terrorism.

Indian Precautions after Mumabi Attack

The 26/11 attacks are remembered annually in India, and the bravery of the victims and security forces is honored. The attacks also led to significant reforms in India’s counter-terrorism strategies, including the establishment of the National Investigation Agency (NIA) and strengthening of coastal security.

It remains a stark reminder of the persistent global threat of terrorism.

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