Spectators Chant Anti-Pakistan Slogans After IPL Match Cancellation in Dharamshala

Incident Overview

After the IPL match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was canceled, a group of spectators expressed their sentiments by chanting anti-Pakistan slogans as they exited the Dharamshala venue. Footage captured fans shouting phrases like 'Pakistan murdabad' and 'Indian Army Zindabad'. The match was halted following the successful interception of loitering munitions launched by Pakistan, aimed at the Jammu region on Thursday, leading to a complete blackout in several nearby areas.

Security Measures and Match Details

#WATCH | Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh: Fans chant 'Pakistan murdabad' as the IPL match between Delhi Capitals and Punjab Kings is called off after Pakistan launched missiles and drones into India, which were intercepted by India's air defense system. pic.twitter.com/SndYr1oGTs

During the match, Punjab Kings had scored 122 runs for 1 wicket after 10.1 overs when the stadium's floodlights suddenly went out. Reports indicate that IPL officials ordered an evacuation of the stadium due to security concerns.

Increased Security Protocols

In response to the situation, India has heightened security measures at airports nationwide, requiring passengers to undergo additional security screenings. The S-400 air defense system successfully intercepted eight Pakistani missiles over Jammu Civil Airport, Samba, RS Pura, Arnia, and surrounding areas. Additionally, two Pakistani drones were neutralized near Jammu University.

Defence sources have indicated that Pakistan employed Hamas-style missiles targeting various locations in Jammu, drawing parallels to the tactics used in attacks on Israel, characterized by multiple low-cost rockets.