OuterBoroughPrincess

Sunday, August 26, 2007

Bomb Attacks in Hyderabad


Last night (Saturday)
two bombs went off in Hyderabad, killing 36 people (reports are ranging from 35 to 45). It didn't happen anywhere near the hotel where I'm staying, and I didn't know about it until I got back to my room after dinner, and it was all over the local newscasts. I'm not sure if it's ranking much coverage at home. It doesn't seem like it. Anyway, the lights went out a couple of times at the restaurant but, frankly, sometimes the lights just go out here, and I don't know if had anything to do with disruptions caused by the explosions.

Hyderabad is about 50/50 Muslim and Hindu, and there's a pretty full history of public violence. But, the recent attacks are viewed as meant to incite inter-faith tensions, with the aim of derailing India-Pakistan peace talks. Thankfully, so far it's been no dice.

3 comments:

Nipsy said...

it's getting (some) coverage -- glad to hear you're ok!

Anonymous said...

Geez, girl. Stay safe!

Anonymous said...

Just got home-checked in to see what you're up to. Please stay safe!