Indian cricketers and BCCI officials condemned the terror attack in Pahalgam that killed at least 26 tourists.
A brutal terror attack in South Kashmir’s Pahalgam has left the nation in shock after at least 26 innocent tourists were killed at the popular hill station. The incident has triggered a wave of outrage across the country, with strong calls for justice and accountability.
Several Indian cricketers have condemned the horrific act, sharing messages of grief and support on their social media accounts.
BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and emphasized that India will not engage in any bilateral cricket series with Pakistan, in line with the government’s stance.
“We are with the victims, and we condemn it. Whatever our government will say, will do. We don’t play with Pakistan in bilateral series because of the government’s stand. And we will not play with Pakistan in bilaterals going forward. But when it comes to ICC event, we play due to ICC engagement. ICC is also aware whatever is happening,” Shukla told Sports Tak.
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India last played a bilateral cricket series against Pakistan in 2012-13. Since then, both teams have only met in global or continental tournaments. Their most recent clash came during the 2025 Champions Trophy in Dubai.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia also issued a strong statement, describing the attack as “ghastly” and “cowardly,” while expressing solidarity with the victims. “The cricketing community is deeply shocked and anguished by the tragic loss of innocent lives in the gruesome terror attack at Pahalgam yesterday. On behalf of the BCCI, while condemning this ghastly and cowardly act with the strongest possible words, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the departed souls. In sharing their pain and grief, we stand hand in hand at this hour of tragedy,” Saikia said.
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