Nov 26, 2024
Komal Das
26/11 Attacks: What Happened, Where And When All You Need to Know About
The 26/11 Mumbai attacks, by Lashkar-e-Taiba, targeted iconic landmarks, causing significant loss of life and destruction
Taj Mahal Palace Hotel: Mumbai's most recognisable landmarks, where hostages were taken, and massive destruction ensued
Oberoi Trident Hotel: Another high- end hotel targeted, where terrorists killed guests and held several people hostage for hours
Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST): The historic railway station saw indiscriminate shooting, resulting in heavy casualties among travelers
Leopold Cafe: A popular restaurant frequented by locals and tourists became one of the first places attacked with gunfire and grenades
Nariman (Chabad) House: A Jewish center targeted during the attacks, resulting in six deaths, including the rabbi's family
Carna and Albless Hospital: A government hospital that terrorists attacked while on the move, killing security personnel
Metro Cinema: The area near this iconic theater became a site of gunfire as terrorists opened fire on civilians
The 26/11 attacks claimed 166 lives, including 20 security personnel, and injured over 300
Each site stands as a solemn reminder of the bravery and sacrifices that protected Mumbai in its darkest hours