2001 Amarnath pilgrimage massacre

The 2001 Amarnath pilgrimage massacre refers to a tragic terrorist attack that occurred on July 1, 2001, in the Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. During the annual Hindu pilgrimage to the Amarnath cave shrine, a group of armed militants ambushed a convoy of pilgrims, resulting in the deaths of 11 devotees and injuring several others. The attack was attributed to rising militancy in the region and was part of a broader pattern of violence targeting religious minorities in Jammu and Kashmir. This incident highlighted the ongoing conflict in the region, exacerbating tensions between different communities and raising concerns over the safety of pilgrims. The massacre drew widespread condemnation and prompted increased security measures for future pilgrimages.