Pahalgam Wounds Not Healed & Govt Allowed Pak Hockey Team: Aaditya
The decision by the Indian government to grant clearance to the Pakistan hockey team to travel to India for the Men’s Asia Cup has drawn sharp criticism from Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Aaditya Thackeray. In a scathing attack on the Centre, Thackeray questioned the timing of the decision, pointing out that the wounds of the Pahalgam terror attack have not healed yet.
For those who may not be aware, the Pahalgam attack refers to a terrorist attack that took place on October 11, 2021, in which a group of terrorists from Pakistan-based Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) attacked a tourist spot in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, killing three people and injuring several others. The attack sent shockwaves across the country, with many calling for stricter measures to be taken against Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.
Thackeray’s remarks come as a surprise to many, given the strong stance he has taken on issues of national security and terrorism in the past. In a series of tweets, he expressed his disappointment and frustration at the government’s decision to allow the Pakistan hockey team to participate in the Men’s Asia Cup, which is scheduled to take place in India in 2025.
“The terrorists of the Pahalgam attack haven’t been caught yet…the wounds of that attack haven’t healed,” Thackeray tweeted. “But the Centre has given clearance to Pakistan to play in the Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in India. It’s a slap on the faces of the families of the victims of the Pahalgam attack.”
Thackeray’s criticism is not without merit. The Pahalgam attack was a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by Pakistan-sponsored terrorism, and many feel that the government’s decision to allow the Pakistan hockey team to participate in the Men’s Asia Cup sends the wrong message.
The decision to grant clearance to the Pakistan team was taken by the Union Home Ministry, which is responsible for ensuring the security and well-being of all foreign teams that visit India. However, Thackeray’s criticism highlights the lack of clarity and consistency in the government’s approach to dealing with Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.
In recent years, there have been several instances of Pakistan-based terror groups launching attacks on Indian soil, including the Pahalgam attack. These attacks have resulted in the loss of innocent lives and have caused significant damage to public property.
Despite these attacks, the Indian government has consistently maintained that it is committed to maintaining good relations with Pakistan and engaging with the country on issues of mutual interest. However, Thackeray’s criticism highlights the need for the government to take a more robust approach to dealing with Pakistan-sponsored terrorism.
Thackeray’s criticism has also drawn attention to the lack of progress in the investigation into the Pahalgam attack. Despite the attack taking place over a year ago, the terrorists responsible for the attack have not been caught or brought to justice. The lack of progress in the investigation has led to widespread frustration and anger among the families of the victims, who are demanding justice and accountability from the government.
In conclusion, Thackeray’s criticism of the government’s decision to allow the Pakistan hockey team to participate in the Men’s Asia Cup is a timely reminder of the ongoing threat posed by Pakistan-sponsored terrorism. The government must take a more robust approach to dealing with this threat, and ensure that those responsible for the Pahalgam attack are brought to justice.
As Thackeray tweeted, “The wounds of the Pahalgam attack haven’t healed, and it’s unacceptable that the Centre has given clearance to Pakistan to play in the Hockey Asia Cup 2025 in India.”
News Source:
https://x.com/AUThackeray/status/1941052895794974779
