The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced that the IPL 2025 final, scheduled for June 3 at Ahmedabad's Narendra Modi Stadium, will honor the Indian armed forces for their valor during Operation Sindoor.
Operation Sindoor was launched on May 7 as a decisive military response to the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack, where 26 people, mostly tourists, were killed by Pakistan-backed terrorists. The operation resulted in the elimination of over 100 terrorists from groups such as Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia stated,
"We have sent out invitations to senior armed forces officials for the ceremony. We have also decided to dedicate a few stands in the stadium during the match for the armed forces personnel." He further lauded the armed forces, saying,
"The BCCI salutes the bravery, courage, and selfless service of our armed forces, whose heroic efforts under Operation Sindoor continue to protect and inspire the nation."The operation involved precision strikes on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, with satellite imagery confirming extensive damage to terrorist bases and airbases. The Indian Army destroyed nine terror dens in just 22 minutes, according to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who emphasized the government's firm stance against terrorism.
The IPL 2025 final tribute reflects the nation's recognition of the armed forces' sacrifices and the broader geopolitical context, where India has taken a strong stand against terrorism and cross-border aggression. The tournament had been temporarily suspended on May 9 due to the cross-border tensions.
This gesture by the BCCI not only honors the military's success but also symbolizes national unity and resilience in the face of terrorism.
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"We have sent out invitations to senior armed forces officials for the ceremony." - Devajit Saikia, BCCI Secretary-
"The BCCI salutes the bravery, courage, and selfless service of our armed forces."-
Operation Sindoor killed over 100 terrorists linked to major terror outfits.-
IPL 2025 final to be held on June 3 at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad.The BCCI will honor India's armed forces at the IPL 2025 final in Ahmedabad, recognizing their valor during Operation Sindoor, a decisive military response launched on May 7 following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people and resulted in over 100 terrorists killed.
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