Maharashtra's Anti-Terrorist Squad (ATS) has contacted its counterparts in West Bengal and Uttar Pradesh seeking help in tracing an Indian Mujahideen (IM) operative who went underground post the triple bombings, an official said here Saturday.
The operative, reportedly identified as Abdullah, is believed to have recruited several youths into the IM -- a home-grown Islamist terrorist group -- since early this year and was in touch with some people in Karachi, the official from the state police, requesting anonymity, told IANS.
The security agencies have been examining the role of all known and unknown terror groups or their sleeper cells around the country and the operative's sudden disappearance from the security agencies radar is being viewed with suspicion.
The authorities have sought details of passenger reservation charts of trains on the Kolkata-Mumbai and Kanpur-Mumbai routes in the past few weeks.
Some trains operating on this sector terminate at Lokmanya Tilak Terminus and at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus here. The investigators hope to get some clues on the operatives who may have travelled to and from these cities.
On Friday, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) carried out an operation in Ranchi as police were also working around a theory that the Mumbai blasts may not have been carried out by locals.
Around a dozen special teams, comprising officials from different security agencies, have been set up to probe the triple blasts from all possible angles in an effort to crack the case.
The three blasts that rocked central-to-south Mumbai Wednesday evening -- Dadar, Zaveri Bazar and Opera House -- has killed 19 people and injured 129 till date. It was the first terrorist attack in the financial hub of the country after 26/11.
Narendra Modi blames centre for weak approach to terrorismGujarat Chief Minister Narendra Modi on Monday alleged that the "weak-kneed approach" of the Central government against terrorism has encouraged terrorists to strike India at will.
Speaking at Sardar Patel University at Vallabh Vidhya Nagar near Ahmedabad, Modi said, "The demon of terrorism is responsible for killing so many people in the country. Had Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who united the country, been alive today, innocent people would not have lost their lives."
Modi said, "Those terrorists, whom the court had ordered to be sent to the gallows, would have been hanged by now, had Sardar Patel been alive."
"Weak-kneed approach of today's Central government to fight terror has provided encouragement to terrorists to strike in India at their will," Modi said.
"People of this country want the terrorists to be dealt in a hard manner," Modi said adding that human rights should not be granted to inhuman terrorists.
"Central government is very enthusiastic in brining a law for communal violence, but has no time to root out terrorism," he added.
The Gujarat Chief Minister further said, "Countries across the world, including the United States, have enacted tough laws and have put up a strong fight against terrorism, but India is being bombed repeatedly."
"This is the time when people of India should take up the challenge of uprooting terrorism," he added.
Mumbai blasts: U.P. ATS coordinates with Maharashtra police
Uttar Pradesh Anti-Terror Squad is coordinating with their Maharashtra counterpart in the investigation into the recent Mumbai blasts and a U.P. Police team is currently visiting the metropolis in this regard.
"A team of three officers of U.P. ATS was rushed to Mumbai immediately after the attack and we are closely coordinating with the Maharashtra police," Special Director General of Police Brij Lal told reporters.
"Though no specific clue has come up so far, but we are looking into all aspects that what links UP may have with Mumbai blasts," Mr. Brij Lal said.
Though it was not confirmed by senior officers, but some suspected militants of IM and other organisations lodged in U.P. jails have been quizzed.
A team of Maharashtra ATS also visited several places in U.P. in the last two days looking for clues, sources said.
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Maria also said that the role or involvement of the underworld in the explosions, which left 19 dead and over 100 injured on Wednesday, was being examined.
He denied involvement of a suicide bomber.
The three serial blasts in Dadar, Zaveri Bazar and Opera House Wednesday evening were the first terrorist attack in the financial hub of the country after 26/11.
Investigators examined the CCTV image of an unidentified individual suspected to have planted a bomb at one of the three blast locations.
"We do have a photograph at one of the locations through the CCTV, which needs more verification and investigation. Our teams are on the job to know who that individual is," Maria said.
He said investigators from various agencies were probing the blasts and "are confident of being able to do justice with the investigation".
Maria said that the CCTV footage collected from all the three blast sites was "grainy" and was being improved by experts. "The image enhancing may take 24-48 hours to have a clearer image of that individual," Maria said.
He said that investigating teams were in touch with police forces of different states, including Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, West Bengal and Madhya Pradesh.
He said it was "not fair to pinpoint" that any particular group was involved in the blasts.
No suicide bomber involved, suspect sketch to be released: ATS
13 July 2011 Mumbai bombings
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| 13 July 2011 Mumbai bombings | |
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| Location | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Date | Wednesday, 13 July 2011 18:54 – 19:06[1] (UTC+5.5) |
| Attack type | Improvised explosive devices |
| Death(s) | 19 [2] |
| Injured | 130[2] |
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The 13 July 2011 Mumbai bombings were a series of three coordinated bomb explosions at different locations in Mumbai, India, on 13 July 2011 between 18:54 and 19:06 IST.[3] The blasts occurred at the Opera House, Zaveri Bazaar, and Dadar West localities.[4] A fourth bomb was reported to have been discovered in the Santacruz area and disarmed before it detonated.[5]
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Timeline and damage
The first device was planted at Khau Gali in south Mumbai's Zaveri Bazaar and exploded at 18:54 local time; the second device, planted under an umbrella – the attacks occurred on a day of rain during the monsoon season – at the Opera House, near Charni Road, exploded at 18:55. The third device was placed on an electric pole at a Kabutar Khana bus stand in the Dadar area and exploded at 19:05.[6][7]
Following the blasts, phone lines were jammed and communications were ceased or intermittent for at least a few hours. Other metropolitan cities like Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad and Bangalorewere also put on high alert.[8] Immediately after the blasts, the Mumbai Police sent an SMS reading "Bomb blasts reported at Zaveri Bazaar, Dadar. Please be careful. Stay indoors. Watch news channels." to a few mobile phone users in Mumbai.[9] Most of the injured were rushed to various hospitals in Mumbai, such as J.J. Hospital, St. George's Hospital, Harikishandas Hospital and G.T. Hospital.[10]
Mumbai has been hit by terrorist incidents at least half a dozen times since the early 1990's, with over 600 people dying in these attacks. In an editorial, the Times of India described the city as having become a "hot hunting ground for terror."[11][12]
Casualties and compensation
19 people were killed in the attacks and 130 injured. [2][13]
Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and Indian National Congress leader Sonia Gandhi visited Mumbai the next day, on 14th July 2011 and met with those injured in blasts at Saifee Hospital.[14] Prime Minister Manmohan Singh on Thursday, 14 July 2011, announced a compensation of
200,000 (US$4,460) to the kin of each of those killed and 100,000 (US$2,230) to the seriously injured. Meanwhile, the Maharashta Government also announced 500,000 (US$11,150) as compensation to the families of each of those killed and about 50,000 (US$1,115) to the injured.[15]
Investigations
The Home Ministry classified the bomb blasts as a terrorist act and dispatched a National Investigation Agency (NIA) team to the bomb site.[16] Initially, the Chief Minister of Maharashtra Prithviraj Chavan said that the bombs used could have been fuel filled, much like molotov cocktails.[17] However, preliminary investigations suggested the use of multiple IED explosives in the blasts with ammonium nitrate-based explosives. The explosives indicate some level of sophistication. It is also believed that remote detonators may have been used, with two of the three blasts being high-intensity.[18][19] The Home Minister also announced that his office would be updating the people through the media every two hours.[9]
There was speculation that the pattern of the blasts suggested involvement of Indian Mujahideen. According to the Special cell of the Delhi Police, Indian Mujahideen has been conducting blasts on the 13th or 26th of a month. The 2008 Ahmedabad bombings took place on 26 July 2008; the Delhi serial blasts occurred on 13 September 2008; Mumbai terror attacks happened on 26 November in 2008, followed by theGerman bakery blast in Pune on 13 February 2010.[20] Speculation is also rife that the Mumbai underworld could be behind these blasts, in the light of the killing of journalist J. Dey, as well as the killing of Dawood Ibrahim's brother. 13 July is also observed as Kashmir Martyr's day, and there could be a possibility that the attacks were carried out by Kashmiri groups.[21] There is also a view that the attacks could have been plotted by those trying to derail the Indo-Pakistani peace process.[22]
The Maharashtra ATS was reported to have sought a list of passengers travelling from Kolkata to Mumbai and Kolkata to Kanpur from theKolkata police. The suspicions were a result of a Kolkata man with Indian Mujahideen link having gone missing in the previous few days.[23] ANIA team visited Ahmedabad on 15th July to meet an Indian Mujahideen suspect who was arrested by the Crime Branch in connection with the Ahemdabad blast in 2008.[24] On 16th July, Maharashtra ATS Chief Rakesh Maria said that, based on forensic opinion and visit to the various sites, the possibility of a suicide bomber was being ruled out. However, a sketch of a possible suspect based on CCTV footage from one of the blast sites was being prepared. He added that in light of the sensitive nature of the investigation, the entire detail of the probe could not be revealed at that particular stage.[25][26]
Aftermath
In the wake of the blasts, Boeing announced that the Boeing-787 Dreamliner, which was on its maiden visit to India, would skip the Mumbai leg of the trip. An official said that it would have been insensitive to take the plane to Mumbai at this time when such a tragedy had occurred and that the decision had also been taken in view of security concerns and so as not to put added pressure to provide extra cover for the aircraft.[27]
Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Prithviraj Chavan revealed a plan by the state Government for a future use of satellite phones and the development of a secure communication network, so that the administrative functioning is not affected during such crises as a result of network problems. He also reiterated the need to expedite the procurement of police modernisation equipment and the installation of CCTVcameras at prominent places in the city.[28]
Reactions
Domestic
President Pratibha Patil and Vice President Hamid Ansari expressed their shock and condemned the attacks in Mumbai.[29][30] Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh also condemned the bombing, and called on Mumbai citizens to remain calm and show unity.[31] Other politicians, such as Sonia Gandhi, chairperson of the Indian National Congress and Nitin Gadkari of the BJP expressed their anger and offered condolences to the families of the bombing victims.[32][33] Senior BJP leader L K Advani visited Mumbai on 14th July and stated that the repeated attacks in Mumbai prove policy failure on part of the Government.[34] The Left parties strongly condemned the Mumbai serial blasts and rued the government's inability to track down the perpetrators of recent terror strikes.[35] Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chavan said that this was an attack on the heart of India.[36] Home minister P. Chidambaram left Delhi for Mumbai on the same night and visited the three blast sites, met the injured in the hospitals, and interacted with the family members of the dead.[37]
Local politician, Manohar Joshi of the Shiv Sena, urged the government to "take immediate steps and find out who are people behind the blasts."[38]
Indian National Congress general secretary Rahul Gandhi was reported to have remarked that it was impossible to stop all the terror attacks. He said that 99 per cent of the terror attacks had been prevented in the country thanks to various measures, such as improved intelligence collection efforts. He added that "We work towards defeating it, but it is very difficult to stop all the attacks. Even the United States, they are being attacked in Afghanistan.".[39] His comments drew flak from some quarters of the Indian political spectrum, who criticized him for equating the Mumbai attacks with those in Afghanistan and called it an insult to those killed in the blasts.[40][41]
Chairman of the moderate Hurriyat faction Mirwaiz Umar Farooq condemned the Mumbai blasts saying such incidents are orchestrated to derail the dialogue process between India and Pakistan and that those involved in killing of innocent people 'are enemies of humanity'. In a statement, he said "We are saddened by the huge loss of life in the Mumbai blasts and condemn it. Spilling the blood of innocents, be it in Mumbai, Palestine, Karachi or Kashmir, is a shameful and inhuman act."[42][43]
International
Organisations
- UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon: "The Secretary-General (Ban) condemns the attacks that have killed and injured many in Mumbai," said a statement from his office. "No cause or grievance can justify indiscriminate violence against civilians. The Secretary-General expresses his solidarity with the Government and people of India, and extends his sincere condolences to the families of the victims," it added. [44]- - United Nations Security Council: A statement read by Peter Wittig, Germany's ambassador to the UN and current Council President declared that [sic] the members of the Security Council reaffirmed that terrorism in all its forms and manifestations constitutes one of the most serious threats to international peace and security, and that any acts of terrorism are criminal and unjustifiable, regardless of their motivation.[44]
European Union Foreign policy Chief Catherine Ashton: "(Ms. Ashton) was horrified to hear that Mumbai has again been the target of a series of deadly bomb attacks. She condemns these heinous acts and expresses her condolences to the families and friends of the victims. It is essential that the perpetrators these evil attacks are brought to justice," stated a release issued by her office.[45]
Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen expressed deepest sympathies to the victims of the brutal terrorist attacks in heavily populated areas of Mumbai. He condemned in the strongest possible terms the indiscriminate violence and the senseless loss of innocent lives.[46]
Countries
Afghanistan: Visiting head of the Afghan Peace Council and former President Burhanuddin Rabbani expressed his sincere condolences on the innocent lives lost in the Mumbai blasts in New Delhi. Noting that terrorism was not limited to one nation or one country, he said, "It is now a big threat to the countries in the region and the wider global community".[47]
Argentina: The Foreign Ministry, in a statement, said that Argentina deeply sympathized with the families of the victims and pledged solidarity with the Indian government as well as those affected in Wednesday's triple bomb attacks in Mumbai.[48]
Australia: Foreign minister Kevin Rudd stated that Australia condemns absolutely this terrorist attack in a statement on Thursday. He urged Australians in India to follow the advice of local authorities. Later, Prime Minister Julia Gillard said Australia stood with Mumbai and the people of India.[49]
Bahrain: The Kingdom of Bahrain strongly condemned the bomb blasts, expressed solidarity with the Government and people of India, and extended sincere condolences to the families of the victims, according to a statement by the foreign ministry[50]
Canada: Prime Minister Stephen Harper: "On behalf of all Canadians, Laureen and I offer our deep and profound sympathy and condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed and injured by these heinous acts of violence, including Canadians who may have loved ones in Mumbai. These attacks are a stark reminder that terrorism is alive and active around the globe and can strike at any time. All countries need to work together and take necessary precautions to combat the scourge who perpetrate these atrocities. Canada remains united with the Government and people of India in their fight against terror. Our thoughts and prayers are with them in this difficult time. We offer our support as India works to bring to justice those responsible for these cowardly attacks against innocent people."[51]
France: France condemned the 'cowardly and blind' attacks in Mumbai while reaffirming its support for India in the fight against terrorism. A statement issued by President Nicolas Sarkozy's office read: "As the city of Mumbai is again hit by a series of terrorist attacks, the President of the Republic firmly condemns the cowardly and blind violence and wants to express France's full solidarity with India's authorities in these painful hours. More than ever France is standing by India in its fight against the scourge of terrorism."[52]
Germany: German Chancellor Angela Merkel condemned the Mumbai blasts. "My thoughts are with the many wounded from the Mumbai blasts and my deepest sympathy goes to those who have lost relatives or friends through this act of terrorism. The Indian people can be sure of Germany's solidarity in the fight against terrorism," she said in a statement.[53]
Indonesia: Indonesia's Foreign Affairs Minister Marty Natalegawa declared in Jakarta: "We strongly condemn the attack and express deep condolences to the people of India for the loss of lives due to the terror" and added that the recent attack reminded the world that terrorism is a real threat and cooperation is needed to counter it.[54]
Iran: The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in New Delhi strongly condemned the indiscriminate, mindless and cowardly terrorist attacks in Mumbai which resulted in death and injury of a large number of innocent people.In a statement it said "It is not only against the tenets of all religions and beliefs but is also contrary to the noble nature of the human being. Iran is a victim of terrorism and is thoroughly against it in all forms and manifestations."[55]
Israel: The Spokesman of Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on 14 July that Israel "strongly condemns the shocking terrorist attack which claimed 21 lives and injured over 140 innocent people in the heart of Mumbai, that once again has faced an assault aimed at breaking the spirit of its courageous citizens. Israel stands side-by side with India in its relentless struggle against terror and is convinced that the resilience of the Indian people will prevail. These events are once again a reminder to all forward-looking nations that the scourge of terror must be combated and overcome. Israel expresses its solidarity with India and extends its deepest condolences to the victims and their families and offers its full support and assistance to the Government of India."[56]
Japan: In a statement, Japan's Foreign Office said "Japan condemns terrorism in all its forms and manifestations, and strongly reiterates that no act of terrorism can be justified," and further added "(it) firmly condemns such act of terrorism as inexcusable."[56]
Maldives: In a message of condolence to the Indian President, President of Maldives Mohamed Nasheed condemned the bomb blasts in Mumbai and expressed his country's firm solidarity with the government and the people of India.[57]
New Zealand: New Zealand Prime Minister John Key said he was 'shocked and saddened' at the latest terrorist attack on Mumbai. Mr. Key, who recently returned from India, had paid tributes to the people who were killed in the November 2008 attacks. He also said that "these good and kind people did not deserve to be targeted by terrorists again. The people responsible for these cowardly attacks against civilians deserve nothing but contempt."[58]
Pakistan: President Asif Ali Zardari and Prime Minister Yousaf Raza Gillani condemned the blasts and expressed their sympathy with the Indian leadership on the loss of lives and property.[59]
- India took note of Pakistan's condolence in the aftermath of the attack; the blasts will not interrupt talks between the foreign ministers of the two countries designed to take place in the end of July, according to a statement from the Indian foreign affairs ministry.[60]
People's Republic of China: The Chinese government 'strongly condemned' the blasts in Mumbai, adding that it was ready to work with India to jointly fight against terrorism."[61]
Poland: Polish Foreign minister Radoslaw Sikorski stated that terrorism in all its forms was a 'dangerous pathology', which should be fiercely fought by the 21st century world and added that killing innocent people cannot be justified by any ideology or political goals. He sent his country's condolences to families of victims of the attack in Mumbai and to the entire Indian nation.[62]
Qatar: The State of Qatar strongly condemned the serial blasts in Mumbai that killed a number of innocent civilians, describing them as terrorist acts contravening moral and human values and extended its condolences to the Government of the Republic of India and the families of the victims.[63]
Russia: Russia strongly condemned the serial blasts in Mumbai, terming the attack as a 'despicable' act that was designed to provoke 'fear and division'. "We condemn the people who organised this act, and we extend our condolences to India and the Government of India...the Indian people have suffered from acts of terrorism before, and we have seen them respond with courage and resilience"Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov told reporters in a joint press conference with United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.[64]
Singapore: In the aftermath of the Mumbai serial blasts, Singapore's Foreign Ministry issued an advisory asking its citizens staying in Mumbai to be cautious. The Ministry further added that it has not received any reports of Singaporean casualties in the blasts.[65]
South Africa: Spokesperson for South Africa's Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Clayson Monyela said "...learnt with great shock about the news of the terror bombings, which killed and injured innocent lives in Mumbai on Wednesday. The government of South Africa condemns in the strongest terms these atrocious acts which cannot have any justification at all in an open and democratic society."[66]
South Korea: South Korea's Foreign Ministry, in a statement, said [sic] "Our government condemns the serial terrorist bombings that took place in Mumbai, India, on Wednesday, and expresses its deepest condolences to the innocent victims and their families. Our government condemns acts of terrorism as crimes against civilization and humanity, and believes they should not be tolerated for any reason".[67]
Sri Lanka: Sri Lankan President Mahinda Rajapaksa vehemently condemned the Mumbai bombing attack and expressed his condolences to the bereaved families. He said that Sri Lanka will continue to work collectively with India in eradicating the menace of terrorism.[68]
Turkey: The Turkish Foreign Ministry released a statement condemning terrorist attacks in Mumbai late on Wednesday, saying that it is in solidarity with India and other countries that have suffered similar attacks.[69]
United Kingdom: Foreign Secretary William Hague: "I send my deepest condolences to all those who have lost relatives or been injured in the bomb blasts in Mumbai. These were deplorable acts of terrorism. The UK stands firmly with India in the face of such atrocities. We are committed to working with the Indian government and our allies and partners to combat the threat from terrorism in all its forms."[70]
United Arab Emirates: Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan in a statement said, "The UAE condemns this terrible, appalling crime and affirms its full solidarity and standing with the Government of India in confronting these criminal acts." He also offered heartfelt condolences to the families of innocent victims and wished speedy recovery to those injured.[71]
United States of America: President Barack Obama: "I strongly condemn the outrageous attacks in Mumbai, and my thoughts and prayers are with the wounded and those who have lost loved ones. The U.S. government continues to monitor the situation, including the safety and security of our citizens. India is a close friend and partner of the United States. The American people will stand with the Indian people in times of trial, and we will offer support to India's efforts to bring the perpetrators of these terrible crimes to justice. During my trip to Mumbai, I saw firsthand the strength and resilience of the Indian people and I have no doubt that India will overcome these deplorable terrorist attacks."[72]
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Maharashtra Anti-Terrorist Squad on Saturday ruled out the involvement of a suicide bomber in Wednesday's three blasts in the city and said a probable suspect's sketch would be prepared by tonight.
"Investigations done so far and visit to the sites by forensic experts and investigators suggest that there was no suicide bomber," said Maharashtra ATS chief Rakesh Maria.
Based on eyewitness' accounts, a sketch of a probable suspect would be prepared by tonight and circulated among the investigators, Mr. Maria said.
"The experts have retrieved certain portions of metallic container which was used to store and carry the explosives," he added.
He also said ammonium nitrate, crude oil and digital timers were used in the explosive devices.
Teams of Maharashtra ATS and crime branch had gone to various places in Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Delhi, West Bengal, Andra Pradesh, Karnataka and Rajasthan as part of the probe into the blasts, Maria said, adding they were also taking the help of police of respective states and the central agencies.
Nineteen people were killed in the three blasts and over 130 were injured.
Mr. Maria said some accused currently lodged in Madhya Pradesh had been questioned in a bid to get the leads.
"(Members of) various modules arrested in the past are being questioned (to see) if they can help in the solving the blast case," the ATS chief said, adding there were some good leads and the investigation was moving in the right directions.
Nobody had been detained so far, he said.
He said some of the CCTV footages were "grainy" and in a day or two, investigators will be able to get better images from the CCTV cameras recovered from the blast sites, he said.
Maharashtra ATS chief Rakesh Maria today said a sketch of the suspect will be released soon. The CCTV footage is being examined frame by frame and there is a possibility of suicide bomber ruled out, he said.
He said that the results show Ammonium Nitrate digital timers were used and the Honda scooter is not a suspect vehicle. The owner of scooter has no terror links
The ATS said, " We are in the process of making anti-terror sketches."
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