'Deport them all': Indians trolled, racially abused after video of group bathing with soap in Canadian lake goes viral
A video showing people bathing with soap in a Canadian lake went viral. This incident occurred at a beach in Brampton. Social media users speculated the group's origin, leading to negative comments. Critics cited pollution and disregard for etiquette. Some defended the group, pointing out racist undertones. The incident has reignited debate about respecting traditions and environmental damage.
Agencies A screenshot of the viral video A video showing a group bathing with soap in a Canadian lake has gone viral, sparking outrage, environmental concerns, and a wave of racial abuse online. The incident reportedly took place at a beach in Brampton. The clip, shared on Twitter by user Kirk Lubimov, shows several people using soap at the shoreline. Social media users speculated that the group was of Indian origin, triggering a barrage of negative comments and accusations of cultural insensitivity. 'Canada's beaches are turning into baths for foreigners… transformation to a 3rd world country happening daily,' read the caption on the post.
Critics condemned the act, citing pollution and disregard for public etiquette. One user wrote: 'Our waters are not your bathtub… This needs full attention, they're destroying clean swimming beaches. Charges need to be laid.' — KirkLubimov (@KirkLubimov)
However, others called out the racist undertones in singling out the group's nationality based on appearance—pointing out that a white woman in the video was also being labeled 'Indian.' Some also questioned why other disruptive activities, such as rave parties on beaches involving alcohol, don't attract similar outrage.
A few Indians online apologized on behalf of the group, urging newcomers to learn and respect local customs. 'Clearly, some education is important before people come and live with other cultures,' one comment read. Others noted that such practices are uncommon in India, where even religious river dips traditionally avoid soap."You want to hate on them because you're a racist? Fine, own that. But don't dress it up with some fake 'conscious eco-climate warrior' spin. Lol. The west caring about climate. Nature & environment," wrote one X user.Another wrote, "This is not the norm in India either, and I agree that this is not acceptable behavior. My request to colleges, companies, immigration consultants helping. Any one to get visas to please hold orientation programs on etiquette and expectations. This goes both ways."
The incident has reignited debate about respecting local traditions, cultural stereotyping, and the environmental damage caused by using soap in public waters.
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