Kashmiri Boatman's Witty Correction in Dal Lake Video Goes Viral
The brief exchange resonates online for its light, non-confrontational affirmation of shared nationality.
Overview
- The clip shows a shikara boatman asking a tourist where he is from, hearing “India,” and replying, “So am I from Pakistan?” before adding, “We are also Indians.”
- The video was posted on X by user @lakshaymehta08 and picked up by outlets including India Today and Times Now.
- Times Now noted it could not independently verify the video, which is circulating widely on social media.
- Viewers have praised the calm, humorous tone and described the moment as an example of everyday patriotism.
- Coverage places the viral moment against a backdrop of revived tourism at Dal Lake, with no official responses reported.