A viral video of a foreign vlogger exploring India is creating buzz across social media platforms. Unlike the usual portrayals that focus on poverty, overcrowding, or garbage dumps, this vlogger showcased a very different side of the country, modern streets, branded stores, and relatively clean surroundings. His commentary, “India is not always slums, trash and overpopulation. This is the India they don’t show you,” has struck a chord with many netizens.
Breaking stereotypes
For years, clips shared by foreign tourists have often highlighted India’s challenges, such as littering, poor infrastructure, or unhygienic conditions. These portrayals frequently sparked debates on civic sense and urban management. However, this latest video flips the narrative, presenting India as more developed and orderly than many outsiders assume.
The vlogger is seen walking through streets lined with global outlets like Apple and Nike. Praising the area, he says, “This is so nice, bro… no trash, no overcrowding. The propaganda won’t show you this side of India.”
Netizens react
The clip has been reshared widely on Reddit, X (formerly Twitter), and Instagram, though the original source remains unverified. The Reddit repost carried the caption, “The world needs more tourists like him.”
Reactions, however, were mixed. One user claimed the video was shot in Cybercity, Gurugram (Gurgaon), known for its luxury malls and corporate hubs.
Another argued the content was misleading, calling it “cherry-picking one small place out” while ignoring the broader reality.
Others appreciated the positivity, with one comment reading: “India really has the potential to become better than this.”
India’s contrasting realities
The discussion highlights an important truth, India is a land of contrasts. On one side, the country battles issues of overcrowding, pollution, and waste management. On the other, it boasts rapidly developing urban pockets like Bengaluru, Gurugram, Hyderabad, and Mumbai, where skyscrapers, multinational offices, and high-end malls reflect India’s global ambitions.
Why the video resonates?
The vlogger’s perspective has resonated because it challenges stereotypes that often dominate global media coverage. Many Indians have expressed that while the video shows only a fraction of reality, it helps in reshaping the world’s perception of India as not just a country of slums, but also of growth, innovation, and modern infrastructure.
