Indian Football Clubs Denounce Pahalgam Terror Incident; BFC to Wear Mourning Armbands Against Inter Kashi
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Synopsis
On April 23, Indian football clubs expressed their sorrow over a tragic terror attack in Pahalgam. Bengaluru FC will observe a minute's silence and wear black armbands during their Kalinga Super Cup match against Inter Kashi to honor the victims and their families.
Key Takeaways
- Football clubs across India unite in mourning.
- Bengaluru FC to observe a moment of silence.
- Black armbands to be worn against Inter Kashi.
- Attack occurred in the scenic Baisaran Valley.
- The Resistance Front claimed responsibility.
New Delhi, April 23 (NationPress) On this profoundly sorrowful day for the nation, football clubs across India have taken to social media to convey their condolences following a tragic terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir.
Bengaluru FC announced that they will observe a minute of silence and don black armbands as a tribute during their match against Inter Kashi on Wednesday in the Round of 16 of the Kalinga Super Cup.
"Bengaluru FC stands united with the victims, their families, and all affected by the #PahalgamAttack. A minute's silence will be held before today's #KalingaSuperCup match, where the Blues will wear black armbands in remembrance," posted BFC.
The horrific incident occurred in the Baisaran Valley, a picturesque meadow in Pahalgam, a well-known tourist spot located approximately 30 miles southeast of Srinagar on Tuesday, sending tremors across the nation.
"We stand in unity with the families of those affected in #Pahalgam and extend our heartfelt condolences. May the souls lost find peace, and may the injured regain strength and health," noted the post by the league champions Mohun Bagan Super Giants.
“We at Odisha FC are horrified by this cowardly act targeting tourists in Pahalgam, Kashmir. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of the deceased, and we hope for a swift recovery for those injured. Such violence has no place in our society,” shared Odisha FC.
“The events in Pahalgam are truly heartbreaking. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families. We stand united with all affected by this atrocious act,” posted Kerala Blasters.
The Pakistan-based militant group, The Resistance Front, a faction of the banned Lashkar-e-Taiba, has claimed responsibility for the attack, marking one of the most severe incidents in the area in recent years.
“Our thoughts are with all impacted by the tragic event in Pahalgam. We mourn the lives lost and stand in solidarity with their families during this difficult time,” posted Mumbai City.
"We are thinking of and praying for every life affected by the tragedy in Pahalgam today. Om Shanti," concluded the message from Jamshedpur FC.
