Overview

• On April 22, 2025, a terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, claimed the lives of 26 tourists, prompting national mourning.
• During the April 23 IPL match between Mumbai Indians and Sunrisers Hyderabad, players and officials wore black armbands and observed a one-minute silence to honor the victims.
• Footage of Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya talking and laughing during the moment of silence went viral, sparking widespread criticism on social media.
• Critics labeled Pandya’s behavior as disrespectful, with many expressing disappointment in his failure to adhere to the solemnity of the occasion.
• Pandya later posted on Instagram, expressing sorrow over the tragedy and extending condolences to the affected families.