New Delhi. Pizza company Dominos and Japanese car maker Honda have expressed regret for “hurting sentiments” in India by their Pakistani business associates’ comments in support of Kashmir’s separatists on social media. Domino’s India said on social media that it is committed to the Indian market and “has been considering it as home for more than 25 years and respects the country’s people, culture and the spirit of nationalism.” “
The pizza chain said, “We stand here to preserve its (India’s) heritage forever. We respect whatever the country gives us.” The company further said, “We are sorry and apologize for the unsolicited social media posts published on Domino’s social media handles outside the country.”
Honda Motor Co Ltd, a company of Honda Cars India, posted the statement on Twitter, “Honda is committed to ensuring compliance with the laws and sentiments of every country in which it operates. We are sorry for any offense caused.” “Contradictory statements made by any associate, dealer or stakeholder herein are not in accordance with the Company’s policy,” the company said.
Several other global companies have apologized for posts posted on social media by their business associates in Pakistan in support of “Kashmir Solidarity Day”. There was a protest against these posts in India and there was also a call to boycott the products of the said companies. Following the development, Hyundai, Suzuki, Toyota, KFC and Pizza Hut also apologized for the posts.