London or Kanpur? Viral video shows gutka spit stains on UK roads; watch

A viral video shared on Instagram shows an Indian man highlighting gutka stains on a London street, sparking widespread conversations about public cleanliness and cultural practices. The footage, which has garnered over 42,000 views, captures red spit marks on the road next to a parked car while the man speaks in Hindi, expressing disappointment about such practices appearing in London.The man in the video can be heard questioning the situation in Hindi, which translates to: “Look at this, is this London or what is this… stop the visa system.”The video features a caption comparing London to Kanpur, an Indian city known for prevalent paan and gutka stains in public spaces. This comparison emphasizes the unexpected presence of such stains in a city recognized for its cleanliness and order.The social media post has generated significant engagement from viewers who shared various reactions through comments. Some responded with humor, while others expressed concern about the inappropriate behavior.“Londonpur,” commented one user, blending the names of both cities to highlight the ironic situation.“Pandey ji, you forgot you are in Londonpur,” wrote another user, maintaining the humorous tone of the discussion.“Kanpuriya at London,” noted a third user, referring to people from Kanpur.“Deport button,” suggested another commenter, indicating a more serious stance on the issue.The incident has prompted discussions about maintaining cleanliness standards in international cities and the responsibility of visitors to respect local norms and regulations.“This looks so bad at many level,” expressed one concerned viewer, highlighting the negative impact of such behavior.“This is surely not acceptable,” emphasized another user, reinforcing the community’s disapproval of the practice.The video has brought attention to the issue of cultural practices that may be common in some regions but are considered inappropriate in other locations, particularly in major global cities like London.