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J&K Police Open 14-Day Inquiry After Cricketer Wears Palestinian Flag on Helmet in Local Match

Police say they are verifying intent, permissions and possible public-order concerns; no FIR has been filed.

Overview

  • The Jammu and Kashmir Police said they summoned a player and the tournament organiser for questioning at Domana police station after footage went viral.
  • A 14-day preliminary enquiry under BNSS Section 173(3) has been initiated to establish facts, intent, background and any linkages related to the display.
  • Reports identify the player as Furqan Bhat, also referred to as Furqan Ul Haq, who batted with the emblem during a JK11 Kings vs Jammu Trailblazers game in Jammu.
  • The match was part of the privately run Jammu and Kashmir Champions League, which the JKCA says is unrecognised and outside its jurisdiction.
  • Officials state no case has been registered as they check permissions and possible rule breaches, with a BJP MLA publicly urging a thorough probe.