The season of IPL 2025 was at its exciting turn when the match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals was going on in Dharamsala. But suddenly keeping in mind the security system of the country, a decision was taken which no one expected.
The match being played in Dharamsala had to be stopped midway. The power was cut off in the entire stadium and all the spectators and players were ordered to leave immediately.
The reason behind this was as shocking as it was worrying – the attack on Jammu by Pakistan.Attack on Jammu, India’s response and blackout in border areas.
The tension between India and Pakistan has once again reached its peak. Some time ago, a cowardly attack was made on Jammu by Pakistan. But the Indian Army immediately retaliated and foiled Pakistan’s attempt.The impact of the attack was not just on the military front but also on common life and the country’s biggest cricket tournament, the IPL.
Due to security reasons, a blackout was imposed in Jammu, Punjab, Rajasthan and other border areas. This also includes Dharamsala in Himachal Pradesh, where this IPL match was going on.The distance between Pakistan and Dharamsala is not much in terms of air distance, hence this threat was taken seriously.
When the match was being played between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals at Dharamshala Stadium, suddenly the lights of the entire stadium were switched off. A dim light was left on the field so that the players and spectators could come out safely.
The security guards immediately swung into action and first of all people were safely evacuated from the VIP area.Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta was also present in the stadium at that time. In the pictures captured on camera, it can be clearly seen that a security guard comes to Preity Zinta and she quickly picks up her bag and goes out.
At the same time, Punjab Kings players Prabhsimran Singh, captain Shreyas Iyer and other players were also seen leaving the field.Punjab Kings co-owner Preity Zinta was also present in the stadium at that time. In the pictures captured on camera, it can be clearly seen that a security guard comes to Preity Zinta and she quickly picks up her bag and goes out.
When contacted, BCCI officials said that the decision has been taken considering the gravity of the situation. They said that in a war-like situation, the safety of players, spectators and staff is the top priority.For this reason, the entire Dharamshala stadium was evacuated and the match was called off.
The blackout process was so well planned and quick that it didn’t take anyone much time. The lights of the entire stadium were turned off, but one floodlight was kept on so that people could get out safely.In such a situation, even complete darkness could pose a danger, hence limited lighting was arranged.
The blackout process was so well planned and quick that it didn’t take anyone much time. The lights of the entire stadium were turned off, but one floodlight was kept on so that people could get out safely.In such a situation, even complete darkness could pose a danger, hence limited lighting was arranged.
The fans were evacuated peacefully and the players were also taken to a safe place. There was no chaos, which shows that the security system was completely alert.
