Black Lives Matter and the hypocrisy of hashtag activism by some Indians

I wanted to write and share my solidarity with the Black Lives Movement but I thought it was better to take the time to learn to be a better ally, contribute to as many deserving causes as I can and educate myself a
bit more on this issue. However, seeing #blacklivesmatter from my fellow Indians has left me truly puzzled and I couldn’t be quiet anymore.

I am sure these hashtag activists mean well, in their own ways, but it should not be forgotten that we come from a country where people with dark skin are considered to be…