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1993 Bombay Bombings: A tragic chapter in India's history
Updated On: 11 March, 2024 02:43 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
The 1993 Bombay bombings remain one of the most devastating terrorist attacks in Indian history, leaving an indelible mark on the nation and its people
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Plaza Cinema, Dadar, 1993. File photo
On March 12, 1993, Mumbai, then known as Bombay, was shaken to its core by a series of coordinated bomb explosions that tore through the heart of the city. The 1993 Bombay bombings remain one of the most devastating terrorist attacks in Indian history, leaving an indelible mark on the nation and its people.
The orchestrated 1993 Bombay bombings targeted several prominent locations across Mumbai, including the Bombay Stock Exchange, Zaveri Bazaar, and the Air India Building. The attacks were meticulously planned and executed, resulting in widespread chaos, destruction, and loss of life. The blasts, which occurred during the busy afternoon hours, claimed the lives of over 250 people and injured more than 700 others.
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