‘Sublime creation’: Shashi Tharoor defends idli; netizens amused by his response

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 17:26:27 +0000
India

Congress MP Shashi Tharoor passionately defended idli on X, calling it "a cloud, a whisper, a perfect dream" after a critic dismissed it as "steamed regret." He likened enjoying idli to experiencing a Beethoven symphony, celebrating South Indian culinary heritage. His poetic post quickly went viral, garnering widespread praise and shared love for the dish.