1998 Prankote massacre

The Prankote Massacre refers to a violent incident that occurred on January 3, 1998, in the Prankote village of Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir, India. During the attack, a group of armed militants targeted the local civilian population, resulting in the deaths of at least 33 individuals, predominantly from the Hindu community. The massacre was part of a broader pattern of violence and communal strife in the region amidst the ongoing conflict between Indian security forces and militant groups seeking independence or greater autonomy for Jammu and Kashmir. The Prankote Massacre was condemned nationally and internationally, drawing attention to the deteriorating security situation in Jammu and Kashmir and the impact of militancy on civilian lives.