The Godhra train incident, also known as the Godhra train burning, occurred on February 27, 2002, near the Godhra railway station in Gujarat, India. A fire broke out inside the Sabarmati Express train coach carrying Hindu pilgrims and karsevaks (volunteers) returning from Ayodhya. The fire resulted in the tragic deaths of 59 people, mostly women and children.
The incident took place in the early morning hours when the train was stationary at the Godhra railway station. The cause of the fire has been highly disputed and controversial. Initial reports suggested that the fire was started by a mob of individuals outside the train, while later investigations and legal proceedings led to varying conclusions about the nature of the incident.
The Godhra train burning incident sparked widespread communal violence across Gujarat, particularly targeting the Muslim community. The aftermath of the incident saw riots and violence that resulted in hundreds of deaths and significant displacement of people.
The incident and its aftermath remain a sensitive and significant chapter in Indian history, reflecting deep-seated communal tensions and issues surrounding religious identity and violence.
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