A short video from Meghalaya has sparked a heated debate online about civic sense and environmental responsibility.

Shared on Instagram, the clip shows a foreigner confronting a man who casually threw plastic bottles on the side of a road in the hill state, known for its lush landscapes and fragile ecosystem.

In the video, the man openly defecates while people around him pass by without reacting. The foreigner, clearly upset, intervenes and questions the act, highlighting how plastic waste can damage Meghalaya’s delicate environment.

He points out that he lives in the State and asks the tourist to pick up the bottles he had just thrown away. He also stresses that such behavior is irresponsible, especially in a place where natural beauty is central to tourism and local livelihoods.

The clip quickly went viral, prompting reactions from social media users who weighed in on the larger issue of littering and civic responsibility. One user wrote: “These guys were humiliated after learning who the real outsiders are.”

Another user, who identified himself as from Nagaland, added, “Don’t you dare litter Meghalaya. They work hard to keep the city clean. If you don’t see a bin, keep it to yourself and look for the next bin.”

A third user said: “Good job Paduh, these tourists come and litter everywhere. No manners or civic sense.”

A fourth user suggested: “You should show your face so everyone can see who these people are.”