Indian Paralympic community asks Yuvraj, Harbhajan to apologise for limping acts

After emerging champions in the World Championship of Legends in Birmingham, players of India Champions tried to join the ongoing social media trend of attempting the hook step of ‘Tauba Tauba’ song, performed by actor Vicky Kaushal in the movie.

Legendary cricketers like Yuvraj Singh and Harbhajan Singh limped to the song’s tune to show that their participation in the intense tournament over the last fortnight took a physical toll on their bodies. The video of the incident went viral over various social media platforms within no time.

However, the limping acts of the cricketers did not go down well with Indian para-swimmer Shams Aalam. He felt that the former India cricketers shamed the disabled community. He labelled the act as ‘pathetic and unacceptable.’

“Harbhajan, Yuvraj and other respected team members. We understand that body pain after events or practice but the way you guys are expressing it on social media is making fun of disabled community which is not acceptable. I know my comments will not affect you and your team members but imagine if something happens like this with one of your close one. Will you still express your pain in this way? We all respect you guys. Hopefully, you guys will understand and act accordingly,” wrote Aalam on Instagram.

In response, Paralympic India also launched a scathing attack on the cricketers.

“Behavior is disgusting & insensitive. As Star celebrity cricket players have a responsibility to set a positive example, but mimicking the movements of individuals with disabilities, using derogatory gestures & making fun of their physical limitations. Mocking disabilities is not just a joke - it is a form of discrimination. It is time for them to apologize for their actions,” wrote Paralympic India.