2009 Assam bombings

The 2009 Assam bombings refer to a series of coordinated terrorist attacks that occurred on October 30, 2009, in the Indian state of Assam. These bombings predominantly targeted urban centers, resulting in significant loss of life and widespread injuries. The most severe attacks took place in the cities of Guwahati and Barpeta, where multiple explosions occurred in crowded markets and public spaces, killing over 80 individuals and injuring hundreds. The bombings were attributed to the United Liberation Front of Asom (ULFA), a separatist militant group seeking greater autonomy for Assam. The attacks heightened tensions in a region already troubled by ethnic strife and insurgency, prompting widespread condemnation and calls for increased security measures.