SC to hear plea seeking ban on India-Pakistan match
A Pune-based activist has asked the Supreme Court to ban the much-anticipated India-Pakistan cricket match set for September 14.
He's worried about national security and public safety, especially after May's Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people.
The petition claims hosting the match now could violate citizens' right to life and personal liberty, including the positive right to live with human dignity under Article 21 of the Constitution.
BCCI should be under National Sports Federation: Activist
The activist also wants a new National Sports Governance Act (2025) enforced, which would put BCCI under stricter oversight from the National Sports Federation.
He argues that holding an India-Pakistan game during tense times sends an "anti-national" message and says sports should align with national interests.
The Supreme Court will hear this case on September 12.