On December 13, 2001, five gunmen stormed the Indian Parliament building in New Delhi, killing nine people and injuring over 20 others. The attack, which was later claimed by the Pakistan-based militant group Jaish-e-Mohammed, was an attempt to destabilize the Indian government. The Indian security forces responded swiftly, engaging in a firefight with the attackers and preventing further loss of life. The attack heightened tensions between India and Pakistan, both of whom were already engaged in a volatile relationship. The incident led to increased security measures in Indian government buildings.