WATCH | Shashi Tharoor's 'Unbelievable' Moment: Monkey Hugs MP On His Lap!

In a delightful turn of events, Shashi Tharoor recently shared a heartwarming story with his followers on X, showcasing an adorable encounter with a monkey.

The Congress MP posted a series of pictures showing the primate sitting comfortably on his lap, eating bananas, and even giving him a sweet hug.

Shashi Tharoor's Monkey Moement

Tharoor described the experience as "extraordinary," and the post quickly went viral, spreading joy across social media. While enjoying his morning routine of reading newspapers in the garden, Tharoor was surprised when a curious monkey wandered over and made itself at home on his lap. The monkey snacked on a couple of bananas, then rested its head on Tharoor's chest for a peaceful nap. As he tried to get up gently, the monkey leapt off and wandered away.

Sharing his thoughts on the encounter, Tharoor wrote, "Though I was initially concerned about the possibility of a monkey bite, I stayed calm and welcomed his presence as non-threatening. Thankfully, our meeting was entirely peaceful and gentle."

The heartwarming photos include moments of the monkey contentedly resting on Tharoor's lap and savoring its snack, sparking joy and admiration among his followers.

Social media users couldn't help but gush over the charming interaction. One commented, "How absolutely wonderful!" while another wrote, "That's really sweet. Usually, we hear of more troublesome encounters with urban monkeys."

Fans of Tharoor also joked about the bond he seemed to share with wildlife, with one follower remarking, "When even the wildlife trusts Dr. Shashi Tharoor's calm demeanor! Magic happens always when Dr. Tharoor is around!"

This peaceful encounter, coupled with Tharoor's gentle approach, has certainly touched the hearts of many, showcasing the beauty of calm interactions with nature.