Actress Hina Khan, who hails from Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, has spoken out strongly after facing online backlash for expressing her support for the Indian Armed Forces and Operation Sindoor, a counter-terror mission launched by India following the tragic Pahalgam attack.

Like many public figures, Hina had posted in support of the Indian Army’s efforts to defend the nation. However, her post drew severe criticism from a section of social media users, particularly from across the border, prompting the actress to pen a powerful note addressing the negativity.

“All my life, I only received love from across the border,” Hina began in her note. “But after expressing my support for my country during and after Operation Sindoor, I have been bombarded with hate, abuse, and threats. Some have unfollowed me, while others have attacked my medical condition, my family, and even my faith.”

In her message, she clarified that while she doesn’t expect everyone to support India, she hoped for a basic sense of humanity in disagreements. “You support your country, and that’s fine. But I expected dignity in disagreement. Sadly, the abuse I’ve received reveals more about your mindset than mine.”

Reiterating her patriotism, Hina declared, “I am, first and foremost, an Indian. That’s my identity. So go ahead — unfollow me. I don’t care. I haven’t abused anyone. I’ve simply supported my country. How you respond speaks to your values, not mine.”

She concluded her note with an unwavering stand: “No matter what, I will always stand by my nation. Jai Hind.”

India’s Operation Sindoor was carried out in the early hours of May 7, targeting terror bases in Pakistan and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir. The military action was in retaliation for the April 22 attack in Pahalgam, where terrorists brutally targeted tourists, resulting in the deaths of 26 civilians in the Baisaran Valley.