Singer Shubh issues statement on being labeled ‘anti-nationalist’, says ‘Punjabis don’t need to give proof of patriotism…’

Singer Shubhneet Singh, known as Shubh, has issued an official statement on his social media account in response to the recent controversy surrounding the cancellation of his India music tour. Shubh had garnered attention for sharing an Instagram story earlier this year featuring a distorted map of India, which went viral and led to accusations of his alleged support for Khalistani separatist elements. Several top celebrities, including Virat Kohli, Hardik Pandya, and KL Rahul, unfollowed him on social media. On Thursday night, Shubh expressed his disappointment over the cancellation of his show in an Instagram post.

Shubh issues official statement on controversy surrounding his alleged support to Khalistan

Shubh, a young rapper from Punjab, shared a lengthy statement on Instagram addressing the cancellation of his India tour and the allegations of being labeled an 'anti-nationalist.' In his statement, he expressed that his lifelong dream as a Punjabi artist was to make his music known globally. Shubh also conveyed that recent events have had a detrimental impact on the years of hard work and progress he has put into his career, and he expressed his disappointment over the cancellation of his India shows.

Shubh emphasized his connection to India in his statement, asserting that India is also his country of birth. He highlighted the deep-rooted significance of India in his life, considering it the land of his gurus (spiritual teachers) and ancestors who made significant sacrifices for the nation's freedom and glory. Shubh expressed his strong bond with his home state of Punjab, stating that it runs in his blood, and he credited his identity and success to his Punjabi heritage. He urged people not to generalize all Punjabis as separatists or anti-nationals and reminded readers of the historical sacrifices made by Punjabis for India's freedom.