11 March,2024 05:24 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
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On March 13, 2003, during the evening rush hour, a bombs exploded in Mumbai local trains. The bomb which exploded was placed in the first class ladies' compartment. The blast killed at least 10 people and 70 others were injured. Among the 10 killed were four women in the first class compartment, two of which were police constables, and six men who were in the adjoining second class compartment.
Mumbai saw a devastating day when a succession of bomb bombings targeted local trains, resulting in several injuries and widespread panic.
The 2003 Mumbai local train explosion, also known as the Mumbai local train bombings, had a long-lasting impact on the city's people. Here's a chronology of the tragic events:
Bomb blasts rock local trains in Mumbai during evening rush hour at around 6:24 p.m. The explosions took place in first-class compartments of trains in Mulund, Matunga, Borivali, Jogeshwari, and Bhayandar railway stations.
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Blast Sites:
Mulund: One of the blasts targets a train at the Mulund railway station, causing significant casualties.
Matunga: Another explosion occurs in a train compartment at the Matunga station.
Borivali, Jogeshwari, and Bhayandar: Subsequent blasts hit trains at these stations, leading to chaos and panic.
The bombings result in the loss of over a dozen lives, with many more sustaining injuries. Emergency services, including local police, firefighters, and medical teams, rush to the blast sites for rescue and relief operations.
Over time, several individuals linked to extremist groups were arrested in connection with the train bombings. Legal proceedings against the accused commence, with the judiciary examining evidence and witness testimonies. Subsequent court verdicts lead to convictions for some individuals involved in the planning and execution of the train bombings.
The blasts instill fear and apprehension among Mumbai residents. In response to the attacks, heightened security measures at railway stations and on local trains have been implemented to avoid future events.
The 2003 Mumbai train bombing was a devastating episode in the city's history, highlighting the importance of continued efforts to improve security. Multiple security enhancements and arrangements were made thereafter by security forces to protect inhabitants' lives.
