Overview
- On March 21, US travel influencer Chloe Jade posted an Instagram video from Kochi asserting that India is not dirty.
- She highlighted tidy sidewalks and roads, describing public spaces as spotless and free of visible trash.
- Her clip included a look inside a restaurant kitchen she visited, praising hygienic preparation and the taste of dosa.
- She showcased Kochi’s electric water metro, calling the ferry and surrounding waterways clean and noting courteous passenger behavior and a focus on renewable energy.
- Hindustan Times reported the video and reactions that stressed India’s regional diversity and Kerala’s reputation for cleanliness, while stating the outlet had not independently verified the claims.