IND vs PAK Asia Cup 2025: Political Storm Over Match Amid pahalgam Attack Outrage
The upcoming india vs pakistan match in Asia Cup 2025 has triggered a political controversy, with sharp criticism from opposition leaders and families of the pahalgam terror attack victims. Many are questioning the government’s decision to allow the match just months after 26 indian civilians were killed in a Pakistan-sponsored terror strike.
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Owaisi Questions BJP's Stand
AIMIM chief asaduddin owaisi launched a scathing attack on the BJP-led government.
He asked:
“Are 26 lives less valuable than crores earned from a cricket match?”
Criticized the decision to engage with pakistan in sports after the pahalgam killings.
Targeted Questions to PM Modi
Owaisi reminded prime minister Narendra Modi of his past remarks:
“Blood and water cannot flow together.”
“Dialogue and terror cannot go together.”.
He asked:
“What has changed now? Why are we playing cricket with a country that sponsors terror?”
BJP CMs Also Targeted
Owaisi questioned assam cm Himanta Biswa Sarma and UP cm Yogi Adityanath for remaining silent.
Accused them of lacking the courage to oppose the match with Pakistan.
Criticism from Congress
Congress leader Abhishek Dutt also raised objections:
“If there can be no talks with terrorists, why is there a cricket match?”
Demanded immediate cancellation of the match.
Backdrop of pahalgam Attack
On 22 april 2025, 26 indian tourists were killed in a terrorist attack in pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.
The attack, allegedly sponsored by pakistan, has left the nation in grief and anger.
Public Sentiment Divided
While some support separating sports from politics, others believe playing pakistan sends a wrong message.
The controversy has fueled debates on national pride, martyrdom, and international diplomacy.
The demand to cancel the IND vs PAK match continues to grow louder amid calls for justice and accountability.
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