Islamic armed militants attacked two revered Hindu temples in Kashmir, India on Sunday, opening fire, resulting in the deaths of 12 people, including 2 attackers, and injuring 50 others, according to Indian police. The first incident occurred at the Ragunath Temple in Jammu, the only city in Kashmir where Hindus are in the majority. Police stated that following a strong explosion in a nearby market, two attackers entered the temple. Police commandos entered the temple and after two hours of gunfire exchange with the two attackers, they rescued the worshippers present in the temple. One of the attackers was killed during this assault, while the second fled to the nearby Panch Vakhtar temple. Police then launched a rocket attack on that location, killing the attacker.
Islamic Militants Attack Two Hindu Temples in Kashmir - 2002-11-25
Islamic militants attacked two Hindu temples in Jammu, Kashmir, resulting in 12 deaths and 50 injuries. The incident highlights ongoing religious tensions in the region, particularly affecting the Hindu minority.
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📰 What Happened
Islamic militants attacked two Hindu temples in Jammu, Kashmir, resulting in 12 deaths and 50 injuries. The attackers engaged in a gunfight with police before being neutralized.
- The attack occurred in Jammu, where Hindus are in the majority.
- The incident highlights ongoing religious tensions in Kashmir.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Kashmir has been a flashpoint for conflict between India and Pakistan, with a history of militant attacks and religious tensions. The Hindu minority has faced violence from Islamic militants, complicating the region's sectarian landscape.
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