A light-hearted exchange between tourists and a local kahwa seller during a boat ride in Kashmir has gone viral on social media, drawing laughter and appreciation for the vendor’s quick-witted response.
The video captures a group of tourists enjoying a shikara ride on Dal Lake, a popular attraction in Kashmir. As they purchase kahwa, a traditional Kashmiri tea, the local vendor casually asks where they are from. One of the tourists replies, “India.”
The vendor instantly responds with a smile, “So are we from Pakistan? We are also from India,” prompting laughter and an awkward-but-amusing pause.
Moment turns humorous, not hostile
Though the reply caught the tourists off guard, the interaction did not escalate. The vendor appeared relaxed and cheerful, and the conversation continued in a friendly manner. Social media users noted that the tourist may have been living abroad and responded out of habit, without any ill intent.
The clip was shared on Instagram by the account @LevinaNeythiri and has since garnered more than 2.5 lakh views.
Internet reacts with amusement
Viewers online praised the vendor’s sharp yet calm response, calling it humorous and dignified. Many commented that such spontaneous local interactions are what make travel experiences memorable.
“This is pure Kashmiri wit,” one user wrote, while another added, “Handled with humour, no offence taken — perfect response.”
The viral moment has once again highlighted how simple conversations during travel can unexpectedly resonate with a much wider audience online.