Kaneria said while Pakistan was his “Janmabhoomi” (birth land), India was his “Matrabhumi” (motherland). However, he quashed rumours by revealing that he has no plans to seek Indian citizenship at present.
“Regarding Bharat and its citizenship, let me be absolutely clear. Pakistan may be my Janmabhoomi, but Bharat, the land of my ancestors, is my Matrubhumi. For me, Bharat is like a temple. At present, I have no plans to seek Bharatiya citizenship. If in the future someone like me chooses to do so, the CAA is already in place for people like us,” he added in the post.
On being accused of making politically-driven remarks in support of India, Kaneria highlighted that his aim is to expose the anti-nationals and pseudo-secularists, who he feels are tarnishing the Indian society.
“Therefore, those who claim that my words or actions are driven by the desire for citizenship are completely wrong. I will continue to stand for dharma and to expose the anti-nationals and pseudo-secularists who are damaging our ethos and attempting to divide our society. To those concerned for my safety, with the blessings of Prabhu Shri Ram, I am safe and happy with my family. My fate rests in the hands of Lord Ram,” he concluded.