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Kerala Community's Controversial Welcome for Shahid Afridi in Dubai After Pahalgam Attack

A recent incident in Pahalgam, where terrorists attacked tourists, has led to the tragic loss of 26 lives. In the aftermath, former cricketer Shahid Afridi received a controversial welcome from the Kerala community in Dubai, sparking outrage on social media. Afridi's remarks criticizing the Indian Army further fueled public anger, leading to the Indian government blocking his social media accounts. The situation has drawn significant attention, with many users expressing their disapproval of the warm reception given to Afridi amidst the ongoing tensions.
By Narendra Chaudhary | May 30, 2025, 20:55 IST
Kerala Community's Controversial Welcome for Shahid Afridi in Dubai After Pahalgam Attack

Terror Attack in Pahalgam and Its Aftermath

On April 22, a distressing event occurred in the Baisaran region of Pahalgam, South Kashmir, where terrorists targeted a group of tourists, leading to numerous injuries and the tragic loss of 26 lives.


In the wake of this incident, former Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi was greeted with enthusiasm by the Kerala community in Dubai during an event, which ignited a wave of backlash on social media. The anger escalated after Afridi made derogatory comments about India following the deadly attack in Pahalgam.


Afridi's Controversial Remarks and Social Media Reactions

With accusations pointing towards Pakistani terror groups' involvement in the attack and scrutiny on the Pakistani government's role, Afridi criticized the Indian Army, labeling them as 'incompetent', which further incited public outrage. His warm reception by the Kerala community in Dubai was met with disapproval from many users on social media, as highlighted by various reports.


In response to the Pahalgam incident, the Indian government took action by blocking Afridi's YouTube and X (formerly Twitter) accounts, similar to measures taken against other Pakistani cricketers and certain Pakistani news channels.


Public Outcry and Afridi's Statements

A video circulating on social media expressed disappointment, stating, 'What a shame!! – Desperate Keralites welcome this Anti-India Paki with 'Boom Boom' at an event in Dubai, especially after the Pahalgam terror attack and his venomous stance against India.'



During a talk show, Afridi remarked, 'You have an army of 800,000 stationed in Kashmir, yet such an incident occurred. This indicates a complete failure in ensuring the safety of your citizens – you are ineffective and incompetent.'


Social Media Backlash

The public's reaction was swift, with many users labeling the situation as 'Shameful'. One user expressed, 'Shame On Them.' Another added, 'Shame to see these happen!!'



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