Introduction
Navankur Chaudhary, popularly known as Yatri Doctor, has recently found himself in the spotlight amid allegations related to espionage, which he firmly denies. As a travel YouTuber with a significant following, the controversy has sparked widespread discussion online.
Who Is Navankur Chaudhary?
Navankur Chaudhary is a registered MBBS doctor who graduated from Madras Medical College in 2015. Born on March 2, 1996, in Rohtak, Haryana, he pursued medicine before shifting careers. In 2017, he left his medical profession to follow his passion for travel and launched his YouTube channel Yatri Doctor.
Today, his channel boasts nearly 2 million subscribers, with over 6.5 lakh Instagram followers. He has traveled to 144 countries so far and continues to share his travel experiences with a large audience of enthusiasts across India and beyond.
Why Is Yatri Doctor in the News?
The controversy began after social media circulated old clips of Chaudhary attending an event at the Pakistan High Commission, criticizing a Border Security Force (BSF) jawan and allegedly displaying an incorrect map of India.
In response, Navankur Chaudhary clarified that he has visited Pakistan only once, as part of his mission to travel to all 197 countries worldwide. He stressed that the allegations against him are baseless and called the narrative “fake.”
Connection with Jyoti Malhotra
The issue further escalated after the arrest of Jyoti Malhotra, another travel YouTuber from Haryana, accused of spying for Pakistan. Navankur stated that Ms. Malhotra approached him as a fan, and their interaction was limited to brief conversations about YouTube content.
Authorities claim Malhotra had been in contact with officials from the Pakistan High Commission and had visited Pakistan multiple times. Navankur firmly denied any involvement or knowledge of espionage activities.
Jyoti Malhotra, who also hails from Haryana and runs a YouTube channel named Travel with JO, was arrested last week. Authorities say she had been in touch with an official from the Pakistan High Commission and visited Pakistan at least twice.
Mr Chaudhary firmly stated that he had always been proud of his Indian roots. “Several members of my family have served in the armed forces,” he said, refuting any doubts about his patriotism.
He also clarified that he was not under any investigation by Indian authorities. “I am ready to fully cooperate with any agency if needed,” he said, urging his followers not to jump to conclusions based on “fake narratives.”
Navankur’s Statement and Patriotism
Navankur emphasized his Indian roots and patriotism, noting that several family members have served in the armed forces. He also reassured his followers that he is not under investigation and expressed willingness to cooperate fully with any authorities if approached.
Conclusion
The ongoing situation underscores the importance of verifying facts before jumping to conclusions, especially in the age of social media where misinformation spreads rapidly.
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