The trophy for the highly anticipated Operation Sindoor Cup was officially unveiled today in Kanpur, setting the stage for a symbolic cricket match between Army XI and Parliament XI scheduled for June 29 at the iconic Green Park Stadium. The event is being held to honor the Indian Armed Forcesโ decisive victory in Operation Sindoor, a targeted military campaign against Pakistan-backed terror networks in May 2025.
The cricket match, held in the spirit of national pride and solidarity, aims to celebrate Indiaโs military success and boost public morale in the aftermath of the April 22 terror attack in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir. Operation Sindoor, launched in response, saw precise air and ground strikes across Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Jammu and Kashmir, dismantling major terror camps and eliminating over 100 militants affiliated with Jaish-e-Mohammed, Lashkar-e-Taiba, and Hizbul Mujahideen.
The specially designed trophy unveiled today is rich in symbolism. It features a cricket bat, a BrahMos missile, and a Rafale fighter jetโrepresenting the synergy of sport, military precision, and national strength. The design reflects Indiaโs multifaceted defense capabilities and its unifying national spirit.
Brigadier Samrul Hassan will lead the Army XI team, which includes serving army officers, police personnel, and members of the district administration. The Parliament XI will be captained by Member of Parliament Manoj Tiwari and will feature a lineup of MPs and state legislators from across party lines.
The match is expected to draw large crowds and serve as a morale booster, fostering unity between the armed forces and the civilian leadership. Organizers say the event goes beyond sportโitโs a tribute to the courage of Indiaโs security forces and a reminder of the nationโs resolve in the face of terrorism.
Security arrangements around Green Park Stadium have been intensified, and cultural programs are planned to accompany the event, making it a day of patriotic celebration and community engagement.
