Among those responding was BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla, who made it clear that India will not play any bilateral cricket series with Pakistan.
The bilateral cricket ties between India and Pakistan have been suspended for years due to diplomatic tensions, and Shukla’s comments further confirm that resumption is unlikely in the near future.
“We are with the victims, and we condemn it,” Shukla told a local news channel.
“Whatever our government will say, will do. We don’t play with Pakistan in bilateral series because of the government’s stand. And we will not play with Pakistan in bilaterals going forward. But when it comes to ICC event, we play due to ICC engagement. ICC is also aware whatever is happening,” he added.
India and Pakistan last played a bilateral series in 2012-13. Since then, the two sides have only faced each other in ICC and ACC tournaments — including the most recent meeting at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 in Dubai.
BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia also issued a statement, condemning the attack and offering condolences to the victims’ families.
“The cricketing community is deeply shocked and anguished by the tragic loss of innocent lives in the gruesome terror attack at Pahalgam yesterday. On behalf of the BCCI, while condemning this ghastly and cowardly act with the strongest possible words, I extend our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and prayers for the departed souls. In sharing their pain and grief, we stand hand in hand at this hour of tragedy,” Saikia said.