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A retired Indian Army officer criticized a viral video of a tourist arguing with security personnel at a Kargil checkpoint. He argued that the tourist's behavior was disrespectful to security forces and unfairly represented the younger generation.
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The incident highlights ongoing tensions regarding security protocols in sensitive border regions and the role of social media in public discourse.
SRINAGAR: A retired Army officer has hit out at the female tourist whose “We are Gen-Z and we won’t tolerate this nonsense” rant at a Kargil checkpoint went viral, saying her behaviour had unfairly portrayed the younger generation and created a divide with Kashmiris.Retired Lt General DP Pandey, who served as the commander of the Kashmir-based 15 Corps, said the incident had caused “damage” that people should know about.“Don’t want to shame a lady who created scene in Ladakh.
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