Indian athletes have expressed their shock and sadness over the terrible terror incident in Pahalgam and have vehemently denounced it. Many families have been traumatized by the incident, and some athletes have demanded that all athletic links with Pakistan be severed.
Cricket greats Virat Kohli and Sachin Tendulkar have both sent their sympathies for the victims of the assault. Tendulkar said that India and the globe are standing together with the victims’ families at this difficult time, as they endure unspeakable suffering. He underlined the need of fairness.
Along with expressing his sadness, Kohli urged for justice for the heinous crime against the family and wished them strength and serenity.
The assault has also been denounced by other well-known cricket players, including as Mohammed Siraj, Suryakumar Yadav, and Jasprit Bumrah. Siraj voiced his annoyance, stating that no ideology or rationale could excuse such a heinous deed, and he called for the terrorists behind it to be apprehended and subjected to severe punishment.
Gautam Gambhir, the head coach of Team India, expressed his worry, pleading for recompense for those impacted and offering prayers for the surviving family members. He emphasized the need to hold people accountable.
Shreevats Goswami, a former cricket player, called for the termination of all athletic connections with Pakistan, including cricket. Vijender Singh, a boxer, also demanded that the attackers face severe consequences.
Indian badminton player PV Sindhu also denounced the assault, expressing sympathy for the departed and demanding justice for the victims. She encouraged the country to hold onto their belief that peace will return in due time.
Top sports figures in the country have expressed their sadness and indignation over this tragedy, joining together to demand justice and responsibility.