A social media storm erupted on X (formerly Twitter) after a X user named Sriram posted a controversial opinion targeting Gujaratis living abroad, accusing them of being disruptive, culturally backwards, and bringing “shame to India.” His sweeping generalisations, citing incidents from the U.S. and Canada, quickly went viral, triggering a digital war of words and widespread condemnation.
🔥 X User Post That Lit the Fire
X user Sriram’s post, dated June 11, singled out Gujaratis in foreign countries, claiming that many:
“Struggle with English, don’t dress appropriately, speak too loudly, cut in lines, and litter everywhere.”
In the US and Canada, a vast majority of Gujjus are causing havoc and bringing shame to India. Many struggle with English, don't dress appropriately, speak too loudly, cut in lines, and litter everywhere. I've witnessed their outrageous and entitled behavior firsthand. In Canada,…
— Sriram (@SriramMadras) June 10, 2025
He referred to an alleged wedding celebration in Canada by a Gujarati family that reportedly caused a noise disturbance. His final verdict:
“They bring shame to India. I’ve seen their outrageous and entitled behavior firsthand.”
The post racked up thousands of likes, reposts, and quote-tweets—many of which were scathing rebuttals.
💥 The Internet Pushes Back: ‘Proudly Gujarati’
Social media X users across India and the diaspora lashed out at the post, accusing Sriram of stereotyping an entire community based on anecdotal evidence. Prominent voices jumped in to defend Gujaratis, citing their global business acumen, philanthropy, and cultural resilience.
@SriramMadras narrow perception, letting one person’s actions define an entire community. When prior grievances exist, such judgments come far too swiftly. As myself staying at Gujarat Bhawan, from experience, Gujaratis are the most peaceful, well-mannered, cultured, helpful
— News 24 Media (@news24nmedia) June 12, 2025
One X user clapped back:
“This isn’t criticism. It’s elitism mixed with ignorance. Gujaratis have built billion-dollar companies, not just noise.”
Another wrote:
“If being successful, loud, and joyful is a crime, then Gujaratis are guilty as charged. But don’t mistake confidence for chaos.”
🌎 Global Gujarati Influence: From Dhokla to Decacorns
The debate opened up a wider conversation about the Indian diaspora, civic sensibilities, and how regional communities are perceived abroad. While some agreed that individual behaviour should always reflect cultural respect, others stressed that no community should be maligned based on isolated events.
From Sundar Pichai to Zydus Cadila, Gujaratis continue to play a crucial role across tech, healthcare, and global finance. Many also pointed out that Gujarati families have been key to maintaining cultural temples, festivals, and local businesses in places as diverse as Toronto, Dubai, and Nairobi.
🧭 The Bigger Picture
This incident is a reminder of how social media often amplifies regional divides and how quick judgments can overshadow decades of contribution. It also underlines a growing call for responsible online commentary that doesn’t descend into digital witch-hunts.
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