THE IPL 2025 meet between Punjab Kings (PBKS) And Delhi Capitals (DC) At the HPCA stadium in Dharamshala, was canceled halfway due to increased cross-border tensions as a result of Pakistan attacks on various places in India. What started as a technical hook with a projection tower turned into a large -scale evacuation effort when the security problems intensified, which led to the abandonment of the match during the 11th in the sleeves of the Kings of Punjab.
As the fans were invited to leave the premises, the IPL confirmed the cancellation of the match, citing “unforeseen security reasons”. Behind the scenes, emergency protocols were set in motion to ensure the sure departure of players, support staff, broadcasters and officials.
In particular, the Cricket control advice in India (BCCI)In coordination with Indian railways, organized a special Vande Bharat from UNA train to Delhi to transport players and staff outside the region. The two teams, as well as the leaders of the match and the commentators, were seen climbing on the high -speed train under tight safety.
Preity Zinta expresses her gratitude to BCCI
Punjab Kings co -owner Preity Zinta I went to X (formerly Twitter) to express his sincere thanks to all the parties involved in the safe evacuation of the players, officials and spectators of Dharamshala. She thanked the Indian railways and the Minister of Railways Ashwini Vahnaw To facilitate a “safe, fast and comfortable” outing from the region and appreciated the secretary of the BCCI, Jay Shah, the president of IPL, Arun Dhumal, and the Punjab Kings operations team for their coordination during the crisis.
“Finally, at home after a madman a few days.
@Jayshah, Mr. Arun Dhumal, BCCI and our CEO M. Satish Menon and the @punjabkingsipl operational team for helping to coordinate the evacuation of our stadium in Dharamshala in complete safety and in order. Everything was so well managed, “ wrote Zinta.
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Zinta apologizes to dharamshala fans
The actor who became executive of the cricket also took a moment to address fans at the HPCA stadium, applauding them to stay calm and prevent any panic. Zinta has presented personal apology for the decline in photo requests during evacuation.
“Finally, to all the people who were in the Dharamshala stadium – Thank you thank you for not panicked and for stamping. You are absolute rock stars. I am sorry, I was a little more raw and said no to everyone, but the need for the hour was the security of everyone and it was my duty and my responsibility to make sure that everyone was safe. Adding Zinta.
Finally, back home after a madman for a few days. A sincere thank you to the Indian railways and our Minister of Railway Mr. Ashwini Vahnaw for helping the IPL teams and all civil servants and families leave Dharamshala in a safe, fast and comfortable manner. A big thank you to @Jayshah M …
– Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) May 11, 2025
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