Irfan Pathan expresses his grief over the Dhaka attack

India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has expressed his grief for the victims of Holey Artisan Bakery café terrorist attack in Dhaka, Bangladesh. He was absolutely dismayed by the attacks carried out in the name of religion. Pathan is currently spending time off cricket with his family after the conclusion of IPL.

“My heart goes out for d victims of Dhaka attack. Stop killing ppl in the name of religion, stop this utter nonsense, he tweeted.”

My heart goes out for d victims of Dhaka attack.stop killing ppl in the name of religion,stop this utter nonsense #DhakaAttack #Peace

— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) July 3, 2016

Previously, Anil Kumble had also condemned the attack in one of his tweets yesterday.

Another senseless act of terrorism. Thoughts and prayers with all those affected in the #DhakaAttack

— Anil Kumble (@anilkumble1074) July 2, 2016

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Gunmen stormed the Holey Artisan Bakery cafe in Dhaka late on Friday before troops entered almost 12 hours later. Six of the attackers were also killed and one was arrested, a government spokesman said. The attack was claimed by local militants.

The victims of the attack were mainly foreigners. At least 28 people including 20 foreigners were brutally murdered with sharp weapons by militants inside the popular restaurant situated in the high-security diplomatic zone where expatriates were present.

Elite commandos then took the matter under control and stormed the café to kill every militant inside the place to end Bangladesh’s worst hostage crisis. Gunshots and sounds of explosion rocked the area at 7.40 AM (local time) as security forces launched the final offensive to end the siege. It was a terrifying day for Bangladesh.

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Television footage showed a number of policemen with blood on their faces and clothes. Heavily armed officers were seen standing on the street outside. Bangladeshi Prime Minister Shiekh Hasina has announced two days of national holiday mourning.