Mumbai, November 26: Today marks the 11th year of the horrific terror attack, which shook the city. Not only 166 precious lives were lost, but the tragedy left 300 injured. The images of the dastardly attack are still fresh in every Mumbaikar's memory. On this occasion, politicians have paid their tributes to the victims of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack.
From President Ram Nath Kovind to Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, leaders have paid their tributes to the souls that departed 11 years back. 26/11 Mumbai Attacks: Remembering Heroes Who Made Supreme Sacrifice of Their Lives While Fighting Pakistani Terrorists When Mumbai Was Under Siege.
Check here to read what Ram Nath Kovind has tweeted
On the 11th anniversary of the Mumbai terror attacks, we remember everyone who lost their lives and mourn with their families. A grateful nation salutes the security personnel who made the supreme sacrifice. We remain firm in our resolve to defeat all forms of terrorism.
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) November 26, 2019
Nirmala Sitharaman's tweet:
Eleven years have gone by since #2611attack. We respectfully remember the martyrs and pay tributes to them. The spirit, courage and sense of duty valiant citizens displayed on that day shall inspire us forever. #MumbaiTerrorAttack
— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) November 26, 2019
Check Piyush Goyal's tweet:
Tributes to the innocent citizens & Railway staff who lost their lives in the gruesome 26/11 #MumbaiTerrorAttack and a big salute to the exemplary courage shown by all ‘Mumbaikars’ and the security forces in protecting our fellow citizens. pic.twitter.com/OMCHuDsN5H
— Piyush Goyal (@PiyushGoyal) November 26, 2019
Here is whatVenkaiah Naidu tweeted to pay his respects:
My tributes to all those who lost their lives in the dastardly Mumbai terror attack of 2008. We stand in solidarity with the bereaved families.#MumbaiTerrorAttack
— Vice President of India (@VPSecretariat) November 26, 2019
The attacks took place at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus (CST) railway station, Cama Hospital, Nariman House business and residential complex, Leopold Cafe, Taj Mahal Hotel and Tower and the Oberoi-Trident Hotel. The ghastly attack led to several reforms in the police force in Mumbai so as to avert future attacks.
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