Pahalgam: India's Crackdown On Pak, Boycott Sporting Event | First Sports With Rupha Ramani | N18G
In the wake of the devastating terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, India’s crackdown on Pakistan intensifies, with both the government and the sporting world taking a firm stance. As tensions rise, India's cricketers, led by former captain Sourav Ganguly, call for a complete severance of sporting ties with Pakistan. This move is just the beginning, as the volleyball team pulls out of an upcoming tournament in Islamabad, and other sporting federations are likely to follow suit. The emotional impact of the attack is palpable across India, with the nation united against the violence. While Pakistan shows a troublingly indifferent attitude, India’s response signals a major shift in diplomatic and sporting relations. Will this push break the cycle of aggression and make a lasting impact? Rupha Ramani brings you the details.
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