Pakistani Crowd Chants 'Chor Aaya' At PM Shehbaz Sharif During Umrah
Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif had to face embarrasement while performing Umrah in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. In a viral video, the Pakistani PM was seen performing prayers where the people started chanting ‘Chor aaya, Chor aaya (a thief came). Notably, Pakistanis are discontent with the ruling government due to several domestic political reasons.
Earlier in 2022, Sharif had to face the same incident in Masjid-e-Nabavi, where pilgrims similarly chanted “Chor Chor (thief thief)”.
Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif went for Umrah, and the crowd greeted him with chants of “Chor aaya, chor aaya”. pic.twitter.com/6eiao76gyJ
— Saeth Laal (@syedhaenz) March 26, 2025
Reportedly, Sharif’s March 2025 Saudi Visit includes Umrah and meetings with the Saudi Crown prince, amid criticism over government funded trips while seeking for the financial aid for Pakistan.
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The rising inflation, currency devaluation, and high unemployment have worsened living conditions in Pakistan. Many in Pakistan believe the government is involved in corruption and mismanagement.
Moreover, the political rackdowns on opposition leaders, especially PTI’s Imran Khan, have fueled resentment among the supporters of Imran Khan and Pakistanis. Issues like law and order, lack of reforms, and inefficiency have also frustrated citizens.
Strict IMF bailout conditions to get rid of IMF loans have also led to austerity measures affecting the poor.
