Swiggy shoe theft saga: Sonu Sood's remarks on delivery executive sparks social media backlash; here's what he said
Sonu Sood, known for his philanthropy and humanitarian efforts, recently found himself in the midst of controversy after expressing support for a Swiggy delivery man accused of stealing shoes. The incident, which took place in Gurugram on April 9 and was captured in a viral video, ignited discussions on social media platforms, particularly X, where Sood's remarks garnered both support and criticism.
In the video that went viral, a Swiggy delivery agent was seen taking a pair of shoes from outside a flat in Gurugram, sparking outrage among netizens. Rohit Arora, who shared the CCTV footage, claimed that the shoes belonged to his friend and raised the issue on social media.
Sonu Sood's Response: Advocating Compassion
Sood, in response to the incident, took to X to voice his opinion. He wrote, «If Swiggy’s delivery boy stole a pair of shoes while delivering food at someone’s house, Don’t take any action against him. In fact, buy him a new pair of shoes. He might be really in need. Be kind,» advocating for compassion and understanding rather than punitive measures.
However, Sood's stance drew mixed reactions from X users. While some applauded his empathy and kindness, others criticized his justification for stealing. One user remarked, «Poverty/Need is no justification for stealing. Justifying stealing is an insult to their hustle.» Another sarcastically commented, «If a chain snatcher steals your gold chain, then don’t take action against him. He might be really in need. Be kind.»
The debate sparked by Sood's
