Indian Tourists Do Garba At Burj Khalifa In Viral Video, Internet Blasts Them For "No Civic Sense"
The video, uploaded by Dubai-based content creator @the_walking_lens_ on June 15, has sparked an online debate on the "civil sense" of Indians.
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The video went viral within hours and has since garnered thousands of views, likes and shares. Some people hailed it as a brilliant representation of Indian identity, with one user saying that it was "sweet".
However, many criticised the act as lacking awareness of local cultural norms and public etiquette.
One user commented, "Civic sense?? RIP". Another user asked why this is being glorified and that, "We must learn to respect the sanctity of public places."
"Why can't people of India adapt to the foreign culture and respect their traditions," another person wrote.
"Being an Indian..it's not necessary to glorify our culture everywhere... it's become embarrassing to other Indians who are residents of Dubai," a comment read.
Many other Instagram users echoed similar sentiments, pointing out that public performances in foreign countries require sensitivity to local customs and laws.
Detractors accused the group of lacking "basic civic sense" and argued that cultural pride must be balanced with cultural awareness.
Earlier this month, a group of Indian tourists in Austria faced criticism online after they insisted that local street performers play a Garba song so that they could dance on the street.
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