Overview
- The player has been identified in multiple reports as Furqan Bhat, who wore the flag on his helmet during a Jammu and Kashmir Champions League match between JK11 and Jammu Trailblazers.
- Jammu and Kashmir Police issued a statement confirming that the cricketer and the tournament organizer were summoned for questioning to ascertain the circumstances.
- No First Information Report had been filed by Thursday evening, and police said verification of facts and intent is underway before any further action.
- The Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association stated it has no connection to the privately organized league and that the matter falls outside its jurisdiction.
- Some outlets reported a league ban on the player, which remains unconfirmed, as local political figures from the BJP publicly pressed for a thorough probe.