Archive · 3 Jan 2026
J&K Cricketer Probed for Palestinian Flag
A cricketer from Jammu and Kashmir, Furqan Ul Haque, is being investigated by the police for wearing a Palestinian flag on his helmet during a cricket match.
The police are looking into the matter because they think it could cause problems.
Right-wing activists in Jammu are also checking street vendors' documents to find Bangladeshis and Rohingya refugees, which led to police intervention.
Mehbooba Mufti, a former chief minister, showed her support for Palestine by posting a Palestinian flag on her social media.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, a separatist leader, talked about the unresolved Kashmir issue.
Some people are asking why the cricketer is being questioned when India supports Palestine at the United Nations.
Jammu and Kashmir Police launched a probe against cricketer Furqan Ul Haque for displaying a Palestinian flag on his helmet during a private tournament.
Right-wing activists surveyed street vendors in Jammu to look for Bangladeshis and Rohingya refugees, prompting police intervention.
Mehbooba Mufti, former J&K Chief Minister, posted a Palestinian flag on her social media and expressed support for a free Palestine.
Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, a separatist leader, stated that the unresolved Kashmir issue continues to keep the region in an unsettled state.
The BJP has demanded a thorough investigation, while several parties and leaders in the Valley have criticized the police action.
- Who
- Jammu and Kashmir Police, Cricketer Furqan Ul Haque, Right-wing activists, Mehbooba Mufti, Mirwaiz Umar Farooq
- What
- Probe into cricketer for displaying Palestinian flag, right-wing activists checking vendors' documents, political statements on Kashmir issue
- When
- January 2, 2026 (for the cricketer's incident); recent (for the activists' campaign)
- Where
- Jammu and Kashmir, India
- Why
- To ascertain facts, intent, and background of the cricketer's action; activists claim to check for illegal immigrants within the law
Right-Wing Activists
Police and Critics
Document Checks
Right-Wing Activists
Activists claim they are checking for illegal immigrants within the law.
Police and Critics
Police intervened to ensure activists obtained proper permission.
Cricketer's Action
Right-Wing Activists
Right-wing ecosystem terms the display of the Palestinian flag as an 'anti-national act'.
Police and Critics
Critics question the probe given India's official support for Palestine at the UN.
- Cricketer's Name
- Furqan Ul Haque (also identified as Furqan Bhat)
- Location of Incident
- KC Door, Muthi, Jammu and Kashmir
- Section Under Investigation
- Section 173(3) of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)
- Duration of Preliminary Enquiry
- 14 days
- Activists' Campaign
- Main Bharatiya Mera Bharat Mahan
- India's UN Stance
- Supports Palestine's statehood
- Tournament Type
- Private tournament, not recognized by J&K Cricket Association
Sources
Mehbooba Mufti's "Free Palestine" Post After Probe Against J&K Cricketer
Iltija Mufti defends cricketer after Palestine flag sparks probe
Jammu ‘raid’ for Bangla vendors by right-wing activists triggers police action
J&K Police order probe after cricketer seen wearing Palestine flag logo during Jammu tournament
