Shiv Sena (UBT) protested against the India-Pakistan Asia Cup T20 match in Dubai. The party warned Mumbai hotels and clubs not to screen the game. They urged women to send sindoor to PM Modi, referencing Operation Sindoor after the Pahalgam attack. Uddhav Thackeray criticized mixing cricket with war. Sena has a history of disrupting India-Pakistan matches, including vandalizing pitches in 1991 and 1999. BJP questioned Sena's stance, citing past interactions with Pakistani cricketers. The government defended India's participation in the multi-lateral tournament to avoid sanctions. To watch the match safely at home, check your TV listings for the correct channel and time. (Updated 15 Sep 2025, 12:04 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Shiv Sena (UBT) protested against the India-Pakistan Asia Cup T20 match in Dubai
- The party warned Mumbai hotels and clubs not to screen the game
- They urged women to send sindoor to PM Modi, referencing Operation Sindoor after the Pahalgam attack