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Indian Express
3 days ago
- Indian Express
‘Why can't they teach civic sense': Viral video exposes littering at Himachal's Lapas waterfall
People visit waterfalls in Himachal Pradesh for a combination of natural beauty, adventure, and peaceful experiences. The state is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes—majestic mountains, dense forests, and serene waterfalls that draw nature lovers and thrill-seekers alike. However, this scenic beauty is slowly turning into a dumping ground, thanks to irresponsible behaviour by tourists. The video, shot at Lapas waterfall in Barot Valley, shows tourists openly drinking alcohol and carelessly throwing empty bottles and trash into the water. In a sharply sarcastic tone, the woman labelled the footage as 'India has best civic sense.' She highlighted how the rise of small, makeshift food stalls has led to serious waste management issues, with heaps of plastic and other trash cascading into the valleys instead of being properly disposed of. 'You find a pretty place, and it's immediately capitalised and turned into a market,' she said in the video. The disturbing video shared by travel content creator Saumya on her Instagram page @techiestraveller has gone viral for all the wrong reasons. The caption on her viral post read: 'Just kidding. We lack civic sense.' The clip has garnered 946 thousand views and 23.7 thousand likes on Instagram, sparking widespread outrage online. A post shared by Saumya Pathak ( Techie |Traveller | Thinker) (@techiestraveller) The backlash in the comments section was swift and severe. One user wrote, 'You are right. Even Next Gen isnt improvised in right direction.' Another added, 'So tragic. Glad you raised this issue. Kudos.' Another voice joined in with frustration, commenting, 'I believe, it's the outcome of a failed education system. Why can't they teach civics sense, motor vehicle rules and basic constitutional law in schools. There needs to be a text book on civics sense and manners in schools all over India.' One user directly called out local involvement as well, writing, 'This is Lapas waterfall, Barot Himachal Pradesh and it has been completely destroyed by the tourists and the villagers who live there. They openly sell beers and encourage this pathetic behavior! Sad to see and no action by @himachaltourismofficial @himpolice'
India Today
3 days ago
- India Today
Tourists ruin Himachal waterfall vibe with alcohol, trash. Viral video sparks outrage
A viral video from Lapas Waterfall in Himachal's Barot Valley has triggered massive outrage after it showed tourists openly drinking alcohol and littering at the scenic short clip, recorded by content creator Saumya Pathak, documented the mess left behind by tourists, including bottles and wrappers. People were even seen drinking alcohol at tables and under umbrellas set up at the this waterfall is in India. Very beautiful,' Pathak said, adding: 'But people drinking alcohol near the waterfall. Wherever there is a beautiful place in India, people will capitalise on it. People are selling things in shops, littering, throwing alcohol bottles.' 'We lack civic sense,' read the caption of the video post shared by the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saumya Pathak ( Techie |Traveller | Thinker) (@techiestraveller)The video left social media users infuriated over the lack of public discipline and damage caused to natural sites.'Civic sense is a joke in India,' a user said. Another added, 'The problem is they never clean up after their picnic. That's the main issue. Even in other countries, people drink outdoors, but they clean up.'advertisementSome users also blamed the education system for not instilling basic public etiquette: 'Why can't they teach civic sense, traffic rules, and basic constitutional law in schools? There needs to be a textbook on manners and civic responsibility.'The video has triggered questions regarding how India treats its natural Reel
NDTV
3 days ago
- NDTV
Viral Video Shows Garbage Near Serene Lapas Waterfall In Himachal Pradesh, Internet Reacts
Himachal Pradesh is known for its lush mountains and breathtaking views, but a viral video shows how tourists are robbing this beautiful state of its beauty. A woman shared the video on her Instagram account, showing people drinking alcohol and throwing empty bottles in water near Lapas Waterfall in Barot Valley. People were also dumping garbage in the water. In a sarcastic tone, the woman labelled the video as "India has best civic sense". The video received massive backlash, with netizens slamming people for such behaviour. The woman also pointed out how small, temporary food stalls have caused congestion with trash, including plastic waste, going into the valleys instead of bins. "You find a pretty place, and it's immediately capitalised and turned into a market," she said in the video. Watch the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Saumya Pathak ( Techie |Traveller | Thinker) (@techiestraveller) The internet calls it "tragic" Social media users have reacted to the video, with one user writing, "So tragic. Glad you raised this issue. Kudos". "Civic sense is Joke in India," another wrote. "These alcoholic people spoil even most beautiful treks," one said. One user said, "The problem is they never clean up after their picnic.. Thats the main problem... Even in other countries people do have picnic and drinks outside.. Bt they need to clean up." One user highlighted the serious issue and even tagged authorities, saying, "This is Lapas waterfall, Barot Himachal Pradesh and it has been completely destroyed by the tourists and the villagers who live there. They openly sell beers and encourage this pathetic behavior! Sad to see and no action by @himachaltourismofficial @himpolice".
