India, June 3 -- Sesame Street is facing intense backlash for sharing a Pride month post. On Sunday, the official X account of the popular children's show posted an illustration of its colourful cast of puppets holding hands to show support for the LGBTQ community. The now-viral photo has left netizens fuming, with parents accusing its network, PBS of "grooming" kids.

"On our street, everyone is welcome. Together, let's build a world where every person and family feels loved and respected for who they are. Happy #PrideMonth!" Sesame Street captioned its rainbow-themed illustration, which has garnered over 22 million views on the platform so far.

Netizens swiftly slammed the post, alleging that the show is no longer the same Sesame Stree...