2004 Dimapur bombings

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2004 Dimapur bombings

The 2004 Dimapur bombings were a series of terrorist attacks that occurred in Dimapur, Nagaland, India, on March 5, 2004. The attacks, attributed to militant groups operating in the region, involved the detonation of powerful explosives in crowded areas, resulting in significant loss of life and numerous injuries. Initial reports indicated that at least 30 people were killed, with many others wounded, prompting widespread panic and chaos in the vicinity. The incident highlighted ongoing tensions between various insurgent factions in Northeast India and raised concerns over the security situation in the region. Following the attacks, authorities intensified security measures and launched investigations to apprehend the perpetrators, leading to widespread condemnation from political leaders and civil society.