Maharashtra Governor and Chief Minister, along with senior officials, pay tributes to martyrs who lost their lives during the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks, carried out by 10 terrorists from the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba group. The attacks resulted in the deaths of 166 people and sparked widespread global condemnation, leading to changes in India's counter-terrorism measures. Family members of the martyrs also joined in the tributes, honoring the ultimate sacrifice made by their loved ones.
Mumbai Terror Attacks: Background and Tributes
Background
On November 26, 2008, Mumbai, India, was subjected to a coordinated terrorist attack carried out by 10 terrorists from the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba group. The terrorists entered the city via sea and launched simultaneous attacks on multiple targets, including the Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, the Oberoi-Trident Hotel, the Leopold Café, and the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus railway station.
The attacks lasted for several days and resulted in the deaths of 166 people, including citizens from 26 countries. The terrorists also injured over 300 people.
Tributes to Martyrs
On the 15th anniversary of the attacks, the Maharashtra Governor and Chief Minister, along with senior officials, paid tributes to the martyrs who lost their lives. Family members of the martyrs also joined in the tributes, honoring the ultimate sacrifice made by their loved ones.
Global Condemnation and Policy Changes
The Mumbai terror attacks sparked widespread global condemnation and led to changes in India's counter-terrorism measures. The Indian government established the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to investigate terror-related crimes and加强security measures at key locations.
Current Developments
In recent years, there have been some developments related to the Mumbai terror attacks:
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
Q1: Who was responsible for the Mumbai terror attacks? A: Lashkar-e-Taiba, a Pakistan-based terrorist group.
Q2: How many people were killed in the attacks? A: 166 people, including citizens from 26 countries.
Q3: What was the motive behind the attacks? A: The terrorists claimed they were acting to avenge the plight of Kashmiri Muslims.
Q4: Has Pakistan taken any action against the perpetrators? A: Pakistan has refused to extradite Ajmal Kasab and has not actively pursued other suspects.
Q5: What are the current security measures in place in Mumbai to prevent similar attacks? A: India has increased security measures at key locations, established the NIA, and enhanced its counter-terrorism cooperation with other countries.
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