Sitarist Rishab Sharma postpones his Sitar event in Indore amidst rising tension between India and Pakistan

Renowned sitarist Rishab Sharma has recently informed that his Sitar for Mental Health event scheduled for May 9, 2025 in Indore has been postponed due to the present situation in the country with tensions escalating between India and Pakistan.

Rishab took to his Instagram Stories on Friday and shared a note informing everyone that the event set to be held on may 9 stands postponed. He wrote, "Hey there, Due to recent events in India and considering all safety measures the event originally scheduled for 9th May in Indore has been postponed."

"I truly appreciate your patience, support, and understanding during this time. We are working closely with the concerned authorities to finalize a new date, which will be announced soon. All existing tickets will remain valid for the rescheduled date. Contact @districtupdates for updates. Warm regards, Team Sitar for Mental Health," the post concluded.

Regional tensions significantly increased on Wednesday as a result of the Indian Armed Forces' retaliatory mission, Operation Sindoor. Nine terrorist hotspots located throughout Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) were specifically targeted by the operation. The terrible terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22, which killed 26 civilians, including tourists and one foreign national, sparked national indignation and calls for accountability, prompting this firm action.

However, the situation intensified further just a day later. On Thursday night, Pakistan responded with a series of coordinated drone and missile strikes aimed at several Indian border regions, including Jammu, Rajasthan, and Punjab.

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In a show of technological readiness and strategic defence, India successfully neutralized all incoming threats using its advanced interception systems. These proactive defence measures ensured there were no major casualties or infrastructural damage, even as the region braced for potential further developments.