2019 Pulwama attack, Terrorist attack in India.
The 2019 Pulwama attack was a suicide bombing on February 14 targeting a bus carrying personnel from India's Central Reserve Police Force. A vehicle filled with explosives was driven into the bus, killing 40 security workers.
Adil Ahmed Dar, a member of Jaish-e-Mohammad, carried out the attack targeting Indian security forces. Within less than 22 minutes, India responded with airstrikes against terrorist camps across the border in Pakistan.
This attack is remembered across India as a moment that changed national security policy. Soldiers are honored annually on the anniversary, reflecting on sacrifice and commitment to counterterrorism.
The attack site is in Pulwama, a town in Jammu and Kashmir that has seen heightened security since the incident. The region remains sensitive, with increased checkpoints and military presence that visitors should be aware of.
India's response was remarkably swift, with the government announcing military actions in less than 22 minutes. This immediate reaction marked a turning point in India's approach to cross-border terrorism and signaled a shift in security policy.
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