The relationship between India and Pakistan has always been complex—shaped by history, politics, and war. But beyond governments and borders, the real tragedy lies in the attitudes and behaviors of everyday people. Sadly, discrimination, mockery, and racism still run deep between communities that were once united.
The Root of the Problem: Hatred from History
India and Pakistan were born out of the traumatic Partition of 1947, which resulted in one of the largest mass migrations and violent riots in history. Generations later, that trauma still echoes in the way people view each other.
On social media, Pakistani individuals sometimes mock Indian people with comments like "go drink cow urine", referencing Hindu practices in a disrespectful way. This reflects not only religious misunderstanding but also an underlying contempt that fosters division.
In response, some Indians retaliate by calling Pakistanis "poor", "terrorists", or mock their economic struggles. These insults are equally painful and unhelpful, fueling a cycle of hatred that benefits no one.
Racism in Muslim-Majority Countries Against Indians
Ironically, many Indians—especially Hindu workers—face racism even in Muslim-majority countries where they’ve gone to work or do business. They’re looked down upon due to their religion, skin color, or nationality, despite the fact that India has offered help—be it medical support, trade, or manpower—to many of these very nations.
These biases are not limited to religion or nationality. Even among South Asians, skin tone, language, and caste become reasons to discriminate. People forget that every religion teaches love, every land has poor and rich, and every person deserves respect.
Why This Needs to Stop
Discrimination poisons relationships. It creates a world where children grow up hating people they’ve never even met, based only on the passport they carry or the god they worship.
In reality, Indians and Pakistanis share much more than they admit: food, music, language, emotions, values, and even struggles. The people of both countries cry over the same Bollywood movies and laugh at the same jokes—but still harbor hostility over borders drawn by politicians.
Spiritual Wisdom from Shri Premanand Maharaj
Shri Premanand Maharaj, a revered saint and spiritual teacher, teaches the path of bhakti (devotion) and universal love. His words cut through hatred like sunlight through darkness.
He says:
"Jab manushya dusre dharmon ko tiraskaar karta hai, toh vah apne hi Ishwar ka apmaan karta hai."
("When a person insults another's religion, he insults his own God.")
He teaches that true bhakti is not in rituals or labels, but in how we treat others. Helping, forgiving, and loving even those who wrong us is the sign of spiritual strength. He reminds us:
"Prem mein bhedbhaav nahi hota. Jahan bhed hai, wahan prem nahi."
("There is no discrimination in love. Where there is bias, love cannot exist.")
A Way Forward
It is time for people—especially the youth of India, Pakistan, and the wider South Asian community—to rise above inherited hatred. Here are some ways forward:
Educate, don’t hate: Learn about each other's cultures and religions without mocking them.
Speak with kindness: On social media or in person, choose words that heal, not hurt.
Remember shared roots: Our grandparents were once neighbors before they became “Indians” or “Pakistanis.”
Follow saints and wise leaders: Like Shri Premanand Maharaj, who teach unity, compassion, and inner growth.
Conclusion
Discrimination—whether between India and Pakistan or within their own communities—only leads to suffering. Hatred will never make anyone superior; it only reveals inner weakness. Love, on the other hand, has the power to heal wounds older than nations themselves.
Let us all strive to see beyond religion, beyond politics, and beyond race. As Shri Premanand Maharaj teaches, when we see God in everyone, peace will come—not just to India or Pakistan, but to the whole world.