A video from Afghanistan is making waves online, capturing a rare and unexpected display of warmth from Taliban security personnel toward an Indian tourist.
The clip, originally shared on Instagram, shows the traveler riding a motorcycle when he is stopped at a routine checkpoint. Upon presenting his passport and identifying himself as Indian, the guards’ demeanor instantly changes. Smiles replace scrutiny, and the officers wave him through without examining his documents.
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In the video, the Taliban personnel can be heard telling the traveler that India and Afghanistan are “like brothers.” They even invite him to share tea before allowing him to continue his journey, reflecting an unusually cordial interaction.
The footage was posted by travel creator Gaurav Sharma, also known as Wanderda, who shared the experience on Instagram while traveling through Afghanistan just two days ago.
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The video has struck a chord online, garnering thousands of reactions from viewers highlighting the deep cultural and historical ties between India and Afghanistan.
One user wrote, “Hindustan-Afghanistan 🇦🇫 bhai bhai.” Another commented, “India and Afghanistan always had good relations. People are very friendly.”
Some viewers emphasized the contrast with common narratives about the region. “Respect, at least some countries are grateful for Indian support, unlike the fake propaganda around,” one comment read. Another noted, “Interesting to see how you are treated at the checkpoint. I recently saw another video of an Indian lady traveling through Afghanistan, and the difference in behavior is remarkable.”
The video also appeared on X with a caption summarizing the interaction: “An Indian tourist in Afghanistan was stopped by the Taliban at a checkpoint for a routine passport check. But the moment he said he was from India, they smiled, welcomed him, and let him go without even checking his documents. This is how Afghanistan treats its true friends.”