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A retired army general who commanded forces in Kashmir has called for boycotting BCCI matches. His appeal comes after 26 civilians were killed by terrorists in Pahalgam's Baisaran meadow. Indian forces responded with targeted strikes against terror infrastructure in Pakistan. The general's statement highlights ongoing tensions that have frozen India-Pakistan cricket relations since 2013.

Key Points: Retired General Dhillon Urges BCCI Match Boycott Over Pahalgam Attack

  • Retired General urges cricket boycott over Pahalgam terror attack
  • 26 civilians killed by Pakistan-backed LeT terrorists in April
  • Indian forces conducted Operation Sindoor retaliation strikes
  • India-Pakistan cricket ties frozen since 2013 due to tensions
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Retired senior army officer appeals for boycott of BCCI team matches

Lt Gen KJS Dhillon calls for boycott of BCCI matches in solidarity with victims of Pahalgam terror attack. His appeal references 26 civilians killed by LeT terrorists.

"I am boycotting the Asia Cup. Are you? Jai Hind. - Lt General KJS Dhillon"

Srinagar, Sep 10

A retired senior army officer who served in Kashmir has appealed to fellow countrymen that they should not watch the BCCI team matches in deference to those innocent Indians killed in “cold blood” in Kashmir’s Baisaran meadow.

Lt General KJS Dhillon (retired), who served as the GoC of the Army’s Srinagar headquartered Chinar Corps, wrote on X, “If you are watching @BCCI team’s matches . . . . . . Please spare a thought for those innocents Indians murdered in cold blood at Pahalgam and those soldiers who laid down their lives fighting the paki terrorists for you to live in peace & watch these matches at your homes Just a thought please. I am boycotting the Asia Cup. Are you? Jai Hind.”

On April 22, Pakistan-backed Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) terrorists killed 26 innocent civilians in the Baisaran meadow of Pahalgam. The slain civilians include 25 tourists and a local Ponywallah.

The Pahalgam terror attack outraged the entire country. Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave a free hand to the armed forces to avenge the Pahalgam terror attack.

Indian armed forces carried out target-specific strikes against terror Infrastructure in Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), in Muridke near Lahore and Bahawalpur.

12 terror infrastructures were destroyed in these strikes carried out as part of ‘Operation Sindoor’.

Pakistan escalated the hostilities by targeting civilian and military facilities. In retaliation, Indian army forces destroyed 18 military bases in Pakistan.

India and Pakistan last played a bilateral series in 2012-13, with political tensions and security concerns halting cricketing exchanges since then. Their meetings are now restricted to ICC and ACC events, which continue to attract massive global viewership.

- IANS

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Sarah B
While I understand the sentiment, I believe sports and politics should remain separate. Our soldiers fought so we could enjoy normal life, including sports. Not watching won't bring back the victims.
Vikram M
Operation Sindoor was a fitting reply to these terrorists! Our armed forces have shown tremendous courage. Jai Jawan! 🙏 But I think we should support our cricket team too - they represent India on global stage.
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Priya S
My heart breaks for the families who lost their loved ones in Pahalgam. As an Indian, I feel we should observe a moment of silence before matches to honor the martyrs instead of complete boycott.
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Michael C
The real tribute would be to ensure such attacks never happen again. Better security infrastructure in tourist places and stronger intelligence is what we need, not symbolic boycotts.
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Ananya R
General Dhillon has served our nation with honor and his words carry weight. If he feels this is the way to pay respects, we should listen. I'm skipping the Asia Cup matches.

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