Salman Khan Deletes Tweet After Backlash for Staying Silent on Pahalgam Terror
Salman Khan Deletes Tweet After Backlash Over Ceasefire Comment
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan found himself in hot water after posting a tweet about the India-Pakistan ceasefire, which he later deleted. The backlash came after Khan’s tweet, ‘Thank God for the ceasefire…’, was perceived as insensitive in light of the recent Pahalgam terror attack and India’s military response, Operation Sindoor.
Many users on X (formerly Twitter) criticized Khan for expressing relief over the ceasefire while remaining silent on the attack, which claimed several lives, and the bravery of Indian soldiers.
Why the Backlash?
The Pahalgam terror attack on April 22nd sparked outrage in India, and Operation Sindoor, India’s retaliatory military strike on Pakistani terror camps, was met with national pride. In this context, Khan’s tweet was seen as prioritizing peace over acknowledging the pain and sacrifice of the victims and the Indian army.
Users accused Khan of being quick to celebrate the ceasefire without addressing the seriousness of the attack and the national sentiment surrounding it. Some even suggested he was more concerned with Pakistan’s welfare than India’s.
Khan’s Silence Speaks Volumes
Adding fuel to the fire, some pointed out that other Bollywood stars like Shah Rukh Khan and Aamir Khan also remained silent on the Pahalgam attack, further fueling the perception that some celebrities are disconnected from national issues.
The controversy escalated, with calls for a boycott of Salman Khan trending on social media. While Khan has not issued an official statement, his deleted tweet continues to be discussed and debated online.
India-Pakistan Ceasefire
Following days of intense military exchanges involving artillery, drones, and missiles, India and Pakistan agreed to a ceasefire. This came after India launched decisive strikes on Pakistani airbases, significantly impacting Pakistan’s Air Force assets. Pakistan’s DGMO reached out to his Indian counterpart, ultimately leading to the ceasefire agreement.
