This is Ammar(5), Ayat(8), Sulaiman (5 months) Wardshan(9) & they have an elder brother Saleh(10)...#ChildrenOfSyria https://t.co/teSEVHgaqC pic.twitter.com/hphOjzlU6j
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) September 10, 2017
The Baywatch star took to social media to share her journey in Amman as she spoke up about the rights of refugees.
I have never done this when I do field trips... #MissionForChildren #PCInJordan #ChildrenOfSyria @UNICEF https://t.co/nEwsJSxFY3 pic.twitter.com/f74QWIY00j
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) September 10, 2017
While her efforts called for appreciation, one Twitter user trolled the actor, saying that she should visit the rural areas of the her own country first.
Priyanka Chopra visits Syrian refugees, plays with kids, calls for peace
He wrote, "I would request @priyankachopra that do visit rural areas of India where malnourished kids waiting for food.
I would request @priyankachopra that do visit rural areas of India where malnourished kids waiting for food. #MissionForChildren https://t.co/VTKdrRBUkr
— Ravindra Gautam 🇮🇳 🕉️ (@RavindraGautam_) September 10, 2017
However, the Quantico star wasn't the one to let such bitterness slide that easy.
She fired back, "Ive worked w/ @UNICEFIndia for 12 yrs&visited many such places. What have u done @RavindraGautam_ ?Y is 1 childs prob less imp than another?"
Ive worked w/ @UNICEFIndia for 12 yrs&visited many such places. What have u done @RavindraGautam_ ?Y is 1 childs prob less imp than another? https://t.co/GaxeKyXDrK
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) September 10, 2017
And her fans are loving her fierce response!
Yes Priyanka thank you for speaking up! High time to slam some dumbos. They should at least get their infos right before opening their mouth
— p. 🪄 (@ayemasakali) September 10, 2017
Thank you for all the lovely work you have done & are doing in India and across the world. You are an inspiration to millions.
— Trooper (@PC_SuperTrooper) September 10, 2017
We all know how much u've worked with Unicef in india, some people are just ignorant. I have so much respect for u 🙏🏻
— C ♒️ (@bleuciel_14) September 10, 2017
more power to u PC
Previously, Bollywood diva, Sonakshi Sinha also praised PeeCee for her commendable work.
"What Priyanka Chopra is doing right now with Unicef is what we must all aspire to do in life - make a difference. Woman of substance," Sonakshi tweeted.
https://twitter.com/sonakshisinha/status/907128997875556353
To this, PeeCee express her thoughts.
Thk u @sonakshisinha this is a necessity.we all must cause A child is a child.doesn't matter where there from.War is not a choice for most. https://t.co/Kh1uRKxj6e
— PRIYANKA (@priyankachopra) September 11, 2017
Priyanka also shared a series of photographs of herself, where she is seen spending time with the families of the affected.
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