NEW DELHI: “Inn ka***no, h******don nejoharkat ki, wahan par naam pooch kar goli maare, samudaaya pooch kar marein, iski accountability toh honi chaiye,” said AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi as he slammed the Pahalgam terror attack and demanded accountability for what he called a grave security lapse.
Speaking to media in Hyderabad, Owaisi questioned how such a high-footfall tourist destination could be left unguarded. “ A place where there were so many tourists, there was not even one police personnel, or a CRPF camp. The Quick Reaction Team (QRT) took over an hour to arrive at the scene. And these people shot people after asking about their faith.”
Blaming Pakistan for sheltering the attackers, he said, “They came from Pakistan, and Pakistan supports them. How did they cross the border? Who is responsible for it? They could also reach Srinagar if they reached Pahalgam. Justice would only prevail when accountability is fixed… and these terrorists will be punished.”
Owaisi said Union Home Minister Amit Shah called him personally to invite him to the all-party meeting in Delhi. “The reason for which the all-party meeting is called is of national importance. The Home Minister just called me and asked where I am. He has asked me to come. I will book the earliest ticket and reach the all-party meeting (in Delhi),” he said.
This came after he publicly questioned the government’s decision to include only bigger political parties. On X, he shared details of a conversation with Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, who told him that only parties with five or ten MPs might be invited.
“Regarding the Pahalgam All Party Meeting, I spoke to Kiren Rijiju last night. He said they’re thinking of inviting only parties with ‘5 or 10 MPs.’ When I asked why not parties with fewer MPs, he said that the meeting would get ‘too long.’ When I asked, ‘What about us, the smaller parties?’ He joked that my voice is, anyway, too loud,” Owaisi posted.
He stressed the importance of inclusivity and urged the PM to hear out all voices. “The all-party meeting aims to send a strong and united message against terrorism,” he said, questioning whether the Prime Minister couldn’t spare some more time to listen to everyone.

NEW DELHI: In light of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 fixture between Chennai Super Kings (CSK) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), scheduled for Friday, April 25, the Greater Chennai Traffic Police have announced special traffic and parking arrangements to ensure smooth vehicular movement and public safety around MA Chidambaram Stadium.
Considering the anticipated heavy footfall and vehicular congestion, the following traffic arrangements will be in effect today from 5pm to 11pm:
Parking arrangements
Car pass holders:Vehicles bearing valid car passes will be permitted to park only in the areas designated on their respective passes.
Self-driven vehicles: Spectators driving themselves are advised to use cathedral road to R.K Salai to reach Kamarajar Salai (Marina beach Road) and park at the Marina Beach Service Road parking area. Access to the stadium is via the pedestrian subways.
Taxis, auto-rickshaws, and chauffeur-driven vehicles: Commuters are advised to take Anna Salai to reach Wallajah road for drop-off near the stadium, after which vehicles may proceed to Sivananda Salai for parking.

Entry of buses will be restricted on Wallajah Road. Pick-up and drop-off will be facilitated at Swamy Sivananda Salai. Passengers may proceed to the stadium by foot via Press Club Road.
Traffic diversions

The public is advised to use public transport and arrive via MRTS Chepauk Railway Station or Government Estate Metro Station for easier access to the stadium.
This advisory forms part of a comprehensive, season-long traffic management plan implemented for all Chennai Super Kings’ home matches at MA Chidambaram Stadium. In the coming weeks, similar arrangements will be in place for fixtures against teams such as Punjab Kings, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad.