2017 Amarnath Yatra attack
2017 Amarnath Yatra attack
The 2017 Amarnath Yatra attack was a terrorist assault that occurred on July 10, 2017, during the annual pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine in Jammu and Kashmir, India. The attack involved a gunman ambushing a bus carrying Hindu pilgrims, resulting in the deaths of eight individuals and injuries to many others. The assailants were believed to be affiliated with militant groups operating in the region, further exacerbating tensions between security forces and separatist elements. The incident drew widespread condemnation from across India, prompting calls for enhanced security measures for the yatra and highlighting the ongoing conflict in Kashmir. It marked one of the deadliest attacks on pilgrims in recent years amidst a backdrop of regional instability.