2013 Jalpaiguri bombing

The 2013 Jalpaiguri bombing refers to a terrorist attack that occurred on February 22, 2013, in Jalpaiguri, a town in West Bengal, India. The blast took place during a crowded public event, resulting in significant casualties, including multiple fatalities and injuries to numerous civilians. The attack was attributed to regional extremist groups seeking to exploit ongoing ethnic tensions in the Darjeeling district and surrounding areas. The incident heightened security concerns in West Bengal, prompting an increase in police and military presence. Authorities launched investigations to apprehend the perpetrators, leading to widespread discussions on national security and counter-terrorism measures in India. The bombing underscored the persistent threat of terrorism in the region and sparked debates around law enforcement and political responses to such violence.