Pahalgam terror attack: A timeline of terror in Kashmir since 2000

The dastardly terror attack killed 26 Indian and foreign tourists.

At least 26 people were killed and many others were injured in a terror attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam on Tuesday evening, with most of the victims being tourists from other states. Being the deadliest strike on civilians in the country since the 2008 Mumbai attacks, this adds to the long string of terror attacks against civilians in Jammu and Kashmir.

The Resistance Front (TRF), an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba, is believed to be behind Tuesday's attack.

Authorities released the names of all the 26 victims, including an excise inspector from Bihar, US-based Kolkata techie, Nepalese national and Navy officer, who lost their lives in the devastating terror attack. The incident took place at Baisaran, often referred to as "mini Switzerland" for its  panoramic views. The site is especially popular during the spring and summer months.

A timeline of major terror attacks in Jammu & Kashmir over the past 25 years: 

Chattisinghpora Massacre, March 2000

Armed terrorists, dressed in Indian Army uniforms, stormed the Sikh village of Chattisinghpora in Anantnag
district and opened fire on residents killing at least 35 Sikh men.

Nunwan Base Camp Attack, August 2000

Terrorists attacked the Nunwan base camp, a key site for Amarnath pilgrims in Pahalgam. The attack killed 32 people including 24 Amarnath pilgrims.

Sheshnag Base Camp Attack, July 2001

Terrorists attacked the Sheshnag base camp of Amarnath Yatra in Anantnag, which killed 13 people.

J&K State Legislature Complex Attack, October 2001

A suicide car bomb attack by Jaishe-Mohammed operatives targeted the J&K State Assembly complex in
Srinagar. At least 36 people were killed in the attack.

Chandanwari Base Camp Attack, 2002

Terrorists attacked Amarnath pilgrims at the Chandanwari base camp (located in Pahalgam), killing 11 pilgrims killed.

Lower Munda IED Blast, November 23, 2002

Terrorists detonated an IED on the Jammu-Srinagar national highway in Lower Munda killing 19 people Including 9 security personnel.

Nadimarg Massacre, March 23, 2003

Terrorists killed Kashmiri Pandits at Nadimarg village in Pulwama district, allegedly after lining them up outside their homes. The attack killed 24 Kashmiri Pandits, including 11 women and 2 children.

Pulwama Car Bombing, June 13, 2005

Terrorists triggered a car bomb in a crowded Pulwama market, which killed 13 civilians and 3 CRPF officers, and over 100 people were injured.

Uri Army Base Attack, September 18, 2016

Four Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists attacked the Indian Army brigade headquarters in Uri. 19 Indian soldiers were killed and 30 were left injured.

Amarnath Yatra Bus Attack, July 10, 2017

Terrorists opened fire on a bus carrying Amarnath pilgrims in Kulgam district. 8 pilgrims were killed.

Pulwama Suicide Bombing, February 14, 2019

A suicide bomber from Jaish-eMohammed rammed an explosiveladen vehicle into a convoy of CRPF personnel at Lethapora in Pulwama. The deadly attack killed 40 CRPF personnel.

Pahalgam Attack, April 22, 2025

Around six terrorists opened fire on a group of tourists at Baisaran, a remote meadow near Pahalgam accessible only by foot or pony. According to news
reports, the victims were allegedly targeted based on their religion. At least 28 people were killed, and several people were injured.