New Delhi (Rajeev Sharma): On the 16th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, Union Home Minister Amit Shah reaffirmed the government’s uncompromising stance against terrorism, stating that India’s efforts to combat extremist violence are gaining increasing recognition and support worldwide.
In a message posted on X on Wednesday, Shah honoured the security personnel who laid down their lives defending Mumbai during the 2008 siege, as well as the civilians who were killed in the assault. He described terrorism as a threat that transcends national boundaries, calling it “a plague against humanity itself.”
Recalling the events of November 26, 2008, Shah said the attackers carried out a “barbaric and unforgivable assault” on the country’s financial capital. Ten armed operatives of the Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba infiltrated Mumbai by sea, launching coordinated attacks that continued for nearly three days and claimed 166 lives, including 18 members of security agencies.
Shah emphasised that the government’s firm approach—rooted in a policy of zero tolerance—has strengthened India’s counter-terror framework in recent years. According to him, other nations have increasingly acknowledged India’s strategy and are extending broader cooperation in global anti-terror initiatives.
The Home Minister reiterated that the sacrifice of those who fought in defence of Mumbai continues to inspire the country’s ongoing battle against terrorism, adding that India remains committed to eliminating such threats and safeguarding its citizens.
