Javelin star Neeraj Chopra addressed criticism for inviting Pakistani athlete Arshad Nadeem to the Neeraj Chopra Classic in Bengaluru, scheduled for May 2025. He clarified the invitation preceded the Pahalgam attacks and condemned the ensuing hate directed at him and his family. The two-time Olympic medallist emphasised his patriotism and the event’s aim to promote Indian sports, stating Nadeem’s participation is now impossible.

Adil Hussain Thokar and Asif Sheikh are believed to be key accused in the Pahalgam terror attack on April 22, where 26 tourists were massacred by Lashkar-linked terrorists.

The CRPF DG missed a high-level security meeting post the Pahalgam attack, opting instead asked to stay back in Chhattisgarh to oversee the operation personally.