Sunil Gavaskar shares opinion on Pahalgam tragedy, Asks what all this fighting has achieved in 78 years

The Pahalgam tragedy has shaken the conscience of the entire nation and beyond. With 26 innocent lives lost and more injured, it has been a horrific incident of terrorism. India legend Sunil Gavaskar spoke out against the attack on live TV on Thursday.

Gavaskar condemns violence

Sunil Gavaskar condemned the violence that took place at Pahalgam in Kashmir. 26 lives were lost on Tuesday at the Baisaran meadow in Pahalgam. The victims were innocent tourists. Gavaskar came heavily on the attackers and questioned the reason behind the attack.

“I send my condolences to all the families who have lost their loved and dear ones. It has effected all of us Indians….I just wanna ask a question to all the perpetrators, and all those who backed them (the terrorists), their handlers – What has all this fighting achieved? For the last 78 years, not one millimetre of land has exchanged hands, is it? So for the next 78,000 years, nothing is going change. So why don’t we live in peace instead, and make our country strong? So that is my appeal,” Gavaskar said on Star Sports.

IPL stands against the attack

A day after the horrific attack took place, there was a display of protest and mourning in the IPL. On Wednesday, in the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Mumbai Indians, all players and match officials wore a black armband. The match was played at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.

A minute’s silence was observed to mourn the innocent lives lost in the terrorist attack. There were no cheerleaders or fireworks in the match either. The sightscreen read ‘Let’s all stand peace and humanity’, as music was avoided in the match as well.

BCCI condemns the attack

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia condemned the attack earlier. He said, “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,” he added.

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