Viral: Juice Seller In Afghanistan Refuses Money From Indian Tourist, Calls Him 'Mehman'

Travelling often brings unexpected, heartwarming encounters that leave a lasting impression on us, and one such moment from Afghanistan has recently caught the attention of social media users. During a casual stop at a street-side juice cart, Indian travel vlogger Kailash Meena recorded an interaction that reflects the culture of warmth towards Indian visitors. Shared on Instagram, the clip shows a local juice seller refusing to accept money for a pomegranate juice.

A Small Gesture With A Big Message

The video shows Kailash enjoying a glass of fresh pomegranate juice at a modest cart in Afghanistan. When he attempts to pay, the vendor politely smiles and refuses to take any money at all, repeating the word "mehman", which means guest.

A local man standing nearby further clarifies the sentiment by saying, "India mehman hai", emphasising the warmth extended towards Indian travellers in particular. The travel vlogger, touched by the gesture, responds by acknowledging the country's hospitality, saying, "Ye hai Afghanistan ki mehmannawazi." He adds that he has experienced this level of hospitality in many places across Afghanistan and would love to visit again.

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The vlogger posted the clip with the caption: "Why Everything Is Free For Indians in Afghanistan."

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Social Media Reacts To The Viral Afghanistan Video

The video has gone viral, and viewers have filled the comments section with messages praising the bond between the two nations.

A viewer wrote, "We really love you, Afghanistan." Another added, "Afghanistan is the best country."

One wrote, "Afghanistan... Indians love you." A viewer noted, "Nice brotherhood for India in Afghanistan."