Tourism in Kashmir: A simple conversation between a hunter and a tourist on the calm waves of Dal Lake is becoming increasingly viral on social media these days. There’s no debate, no resentment, no controversy – just a precise, simple and humorous answer that won the hearts of millions.
This viral video has been shared on social media platform X with an account named @lakshaymehta08. It can be seen in the video that a Kashmiri sailor is talking to a tourist sitting on a hunting boat. During the conversation the sailor asks the tourist where he is from. The tourist answers without thinking – “India.”
Kashmiri Boatman tells tourist “We are asli Indians” pic.twitter.com/BWLrHwizBv
— Lakshay Mehta (@lakshaymehta08) January 9, 2026
We are also Indians
On this the sailor immediately turns back smilingly and says – “So am I from Pakistan?” And then adds in a very normal manner – “We are also Indians.”
The entire conversation lasted only a few seconds, but its echo was heard far and wide on social media. What makes this clip special is its tone. No anger, no sarcasm – just a gentle smile and something said at exactly the right time.
It is also clearly visible in the video that the tourist is momentarily shocked by this answer, but takes the matter easily. This is why this clip, while being light-hearted, also gives a strong message.
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Example of “Natural Patriotism”
Social media users are calling this video an example of “Natural Patriotism”. Many people wrote in the comments that the sailor presented his identity in a very polite manner, without arguing and without humiliating anyone.
This video has come out at a time when tourism in Kashmir is once again gaining momentum and Dal Lake seems to be buzzing with tourists. In such a situation, this small moment not only gives a smile, but also brings out the truth hidden in everyday conversations.
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