2008 Bangalore serial blasts
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2008 Bangalore serial blasts
The 2008 Bangalore serial blasts refer to a series of coordinated bomb attacks that occurred on July 25, 2008, in Bangalore, Karnataka, India. The attacks primarily targeted crowded areas, resulting in significant civilian casualties and widespread panic. A total of five blasts were reported, with the most notable occurring in the busy areas of Malleswaram and near the Jayanagar shopping complex. The explosions collectively killed at least one person and injured over 20 others. The Indian government and security agencies attributed the attacks to Islamist militant groups, prompting investigations and heightened security measures in the region. These bombings underscored ongoing concerns regarding urban terrorism in India.