Updated On: 19 August, 2024 02:51 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
On August 25, 2003, two huge bombs exploded in Mumbai, leaving a lasting impact on the city. The bombings occurred at Zaveri Bazaar and the Gateway of India.

Pedestrians look at the wreckages a car destroyed by a bomb blast near the Gateway of India in Mumbai on 26 August 2003/ AFP
The August 2003 Mumbai bombings are regarded as one of the most terrible and disastrous occurrences in the city's history. On August 25, 2003, two huge bombs exploded in Mumbai, leaving an indelible mark on the city's people, infrastructure, and psyche. These planned strikes occurred at Zaveri Bazaar, a thriving jewellery bazaar, and the historic Gateway of India, a major tourist attraction. The explosions killed 54 people and injured over 180 others, marking a tragic day for a city known for its resilience.
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