Between December 2002 and March 2003, Mumbai experienced a series of bomb attacks, resulting in deaths and injuries. On March 13, 2003, at Mulund Station, during the evening rush hour, a bomb detonated in a local train carriage, inflicting havoc and destruction.

The explosion occurred around 7:45 pm at Mulund station, a bustling hub on Mumbai`s central line. It was hidden in the first-class ladies` compartment. The blast ripped through the carriage, causing considerable damage and a scene of panic.