‘Those Responsible For This Will Pay’: Cricketers Condemn Pahalgam Terrorist Attack, Demand Strict Action

Updated April 23rd 2025, 00:42 IST

27 people are feared dead as suspected terrorists opened fire in the Pahalgam area of south Kashmir’s Anantnag on Tuesday.

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Indian cricketers have strongly condemned the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir’s Pahalgam on Tuesday. 27 tourists were reportedly killed while several others were injured in this attack, which took place at Baisaran, where a few travellers went to visit on Tuesday morning.

Cricketers Condemn Pahalgam Terrorist Attack

Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir took to social media to express his solidarity with the victims and their families. He posted on X, “Praying for the families of the deceased. Those responsible for this will pay. India will strike. #Pahalgam”

Former Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh too condemned the vicious terror attack. He posted, “Deeply saddened by the attack on tourists in Pahalgam. Praying for the victims and for the strength of their families ???????? Let us stand united in hope and humanity.”
 

Anil Kumble too expressed his condolences for the victim and their families. He wrote, “Heartbreaking to hear about the tragic attack in Pahalgam. Innocent lives lost to senseless violence. Praying for strength and peace for the affected families. Let’s stand together against hate.”

Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill took to social media to condemn the terror attack in Pahalgam. He posted, “Heartbreaking to hear about the attack in Pahalgam. My prayers are with the victims and their families. Violence like this has no place in our country.”
 

Former Indian captain Sourav Ganguly offered his condolences for the Pahalgam terror victims. He posted, “My thoughts and prayers with the families who lost their lives in pehelgaum .. severe action needs to be taken against the culprits ..by the Govt of india .. none to be spared ..”

Terrorists Opened Fire At Tourists At Pahalgam

Security forces have cordoned off the area and the search for the terrorist has been going on in full swing. Union Home Minister Amit Shah has already reached Srinagar to take a stock of the situation.  At least 27 people are feared dead after terrorists opened fire on civilians in the Pahalgam area of South Kashmir’s Anantnag district, triggering panic and chaos at the popular tourist destination.

Published April 22nd 2025, 21:55 IST

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