The 2016 Uri Attack
A Dark Day that Shook the Nation and Changed India’s Counterterrorism Strategy
An In-Depth Look at the Deadly Assault, the Nation’s Response, and the Lasting Impact on India’s Security Policies
On September 18, 2016, India faced one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in its history when a group of militants stormed an army base in Uri, near the Line of Control (LoC) in the disputed region of Jammu and Kashmir. The attack left 19 Indian soldiers dead and further strained the already tense relationship between India and Pakistan. In this article, we will examine the events surrounding the Uri attack, the nation’s response, and the lasting impact on India’s counterterrorism strategy and security policies.
Chapter 1: The Deadly Ambush — A Nation in Shock
The early hours of September 18, 2016, saw a group of heavily armed militants infiltrate the Uri army base, launching a well-coordinated assault on the unsuspecting soldiers. As the militants opened fire and set tents ablaze, the Indian soldiers valiantly fought back, eventually neutralizing the attackers. However, the toll of the attack…
