November 26 marks the anniversary of the 2008 Mumbai Terror Attack, a night etched permanently in the nation’s memory. A coordinated series of attacks carried out across multiple prominent locations in the city claimed innocent lives and challenged India’s security forces in an unprecedented manner.
On this day, India pauses to honour the fortitude, courage, and sacrifice of the heroes who rose above fear to protect others — from Mumbai Police personnel and NSG commandos to hotel staff, railway employees, frontline responders, and countless civilians who showed remarkable grit in the face of terror.
Heroes like ATS Chief Hemant Karkare, Additional Commissioner Ashok Kamte, Encounter Specialist Vijay Salaskar, and NSG Commando Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan, among many others, laid down their lives while confronting terrorists head-on. Their bravery saved hundreds and continues to inspire a new generation of Indians committed to service and resilience.
Even today, the stories of the Taj Hotel staff protecting guests, railway workers helping evacuate CST Railway Station, and civilians who risked their lives to pull strangers to safety stand as reminders of humanity’s courage during crisis.
As the nation reflects on 26/11, Mumbai continues to embody the spirit of resilience — a city that grieves, remembers, and rises.
