Stories of Strength

We lost so many young chefs, can never forget them: 26/11 Survivor Hemant Oberoi

Hemant Oberoi, former grand executive chef of the Taj Mahal Palace hotel, recalls the hours of terror

Stories of Strength

With at least 166 people losing their lives and over 300 injured, the attacks, that lasted over three nights, shook Mumbai’s core. We speak to 26 of those who were affected, and have stood up, determined to live their dreams.

Timeline

November 26, 2008 was one of the darkest days in the history of Mumbai. Here is a 360-degree look at what happened that fateful night and the days that followed.

Share your 26/11 Story with the world

The deadly terror attacks on Mumbai in 2008 numbed the entire nation. It changed the lives of many who witnessed the macabre dance of death and destruction on Mumbai's roads and inside the iconic Taj Mahal Hotel. On the eighth anniversary of the attacks, we go back and revisit those who were affected by 26/11 and bring you their story - stories of strength, hope and inspiration. Were you also affected by what happened in Mumbai on 26/11 and subsequent days? If yes, share your story with us in text or video format in the form here.