Operation Sindoor: Pak Cricketer Umar Akmal Reacts To India's Strike
"Operation Sindoor" has drawn global attention and created unrest across Pakistan.
Following the recent terrorist attack in Pulwama, Indian Army launched a precise and powerful air strike targeting nine terrorist bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK).
This operation, named Operation Sindoor, has drawn global attention and created unrest across Pakistan. While Indian cricketers have proudly applauded the Army's swift response, Pakistani cricketer Umar Akmal reacted with a controversial post on Instagram.
Instead of addressing the gravity of the situation, Umar Akmal wrote, “Pakistan Zindabad, Pakistan Army Zindabad” - a statement seen by many as a hollow threat.
Umar Akmal reacts to India's strike
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Indian cricketers have openly expressed their pride in the Indian Army following the successful air strikes in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) under Operation Sindoor.
Players like Virender Sehwag, Varun Chakravarthy, Suresh Raina, and Gautam Gambhir shared images and messages on social media supporting the operation, calling it a strong and necessary step.
The strike was carried out in response to the terrorist attack in Pulwama, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22, where innocent tourists lost their lives. The attack triggered widespread anger across the country, with citizens demanding a strong reply - which the Indian Army has now delivered.
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The Indian government has termed the recent air strike as one of the most extensive counter-terror operations in recent years. The action targeted nine key terror bases linked to banned outfits such as Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM), Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT), and Hizbul Mujahideen.
The operation has sparked a wave of pride across India, it has led to heightened tension and mourning across Pakistan.
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