As outrage swept the country following the brutal Pahalgam terror attack that left 26 dead, a food stall at Indore’s iconic Chhappan Dukan stirred strong reactions with a poster targeting Pakistan.
The bold signboard read, “Pigs and Pakistani citizens not allowed at Chhappan Dukan”, accompanied by a morphed image of Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir with a pig’s face. The poster quickly became a flashpoint, drawing curious crowds and selfie-seekers to the popular food street.
“We’re Counting On PM Modi…”
Gunjan Sharma, President of the Chhappan Dukan Association, explained the motive behind the move. “They targeted Indians for their faith. This is our way of standing up and demanding justice,” Sharma said. “We’re counting on Prime Minister Modi for a strong response.”
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To show solidarity with the victims, all vendors and staff on the street wore black armbands. The symbolic protest mirrored the grief and anger felt across India since the April 22 attack in Kashmir’s Baisaran Valley.
Local Advocate Announces Rs 1 Crore Bounty
Adding fuel to the protest, local advocate Lokesh Mangal sent a letter to the Prime Minister, announcing a reward of Rs 1 crore for any Indian—civilian or soldier—who eliminates a terrorist linked to the attack.
Taking his stance even further, Mangal declared, “If 100 terrorists are killed, I will pay Rs 100 crore. We pay taxes for protection. Why not use some of that for our security?”
He also offered free legal aid to anyone acting in defence of the nation, pledging support to those who take action under his challenge.
Attack Leaves 26 Dead, Anger Mounts
The terror attack in Pahalgam, carried out by gunmen reportedly dressed in military fatigues, targeted tourists enjoying a peaceful day in the valley. As the nation mourns, symbolic acts of protest like those in Indore reflect the growing public demand for accountability and justice.
