In the aftermath of the Pahalgam massacre, where 26 individuals fell victim to Pakistan-backed terrorists, the global community witnessed the familiar sequence of events—India’s condemnation, Pakistan’s denial, and the West’s diplomatic language. However, a notable shift occurred this time. The most scathing criticism did not originate from New Delhi or Washington but emerged from ordinary Pakistanis, who opted for mockery over defense of the state. Across social media platforms, instead of directing their ire towards India, they chose to satirize their own country’s struggles with power outages, fuel scarcities, and economic turmoil. In a nation where humor serves as a coping mechanism amid adversity, the sorrow following a tragedy transformed into biting satire following a collapse. Despite the uncertain flickering of lights, the wit and humor in the form of punchlines remain consistent.