The serene town of Pahalgam in Jammu and Kashmir was shaken to its core on Tuesday when terrorists launched a brutal attack on tourists, leaving a trail of death and destruction in its wake. The death toll has now risen to 28, with several others injured. The attack has sent shockwaves across the nation, prompting an outpouring of grief and anger. The cricket fraternity is no exception, with players and former players alike condemning the attack in the strongest terms.
A former cricketer speaks out
Former Pakistan cricketer Danish Kaneria has taken to social media to express his outrage and disappointment at the lack of response from the Pakistani government. In a strongly worded post, Kaneria questioned Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s silence on the matter, asking why he had not condemned the attack if Pakistan was truly not involved. “If Pakistan truly has no role in the Pahalgam terror attack, why hasn’t Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif condemned it yet? Why are your forces suddenly on high alert? Because deep down, you know the truth — you’re sheltering and nurturing terrorists. Shame on you,” Kaneria tweeted.
The Indian Premier League has also paid tribute to the victims of the attack. In a show of respect, the league has announced that the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians will observe a minute’s silence before the game. Players and officials will wear black armbands as a mark of respect. The usual festivities, including the DJ and cheerleaders, will be cancelled.
- The match will be played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
- There will be no fireworks or celebrations during the match.
- Players and officials will wear black armbands to show respect.
The cricket community has come together to condemn the attack and show solidarity with the victims and their families. As the nation mourns the loss of life, the cricket fraternity is united in its call for action against terrorism. The incident has raised questions about the involvement of Pakistan in the attack, with many calling for the government to take a stronger stance against terrorism.