Social Media Uproar Over Viral Post Criticizing Kolkata's Hygiene

A viral post by DS Balaji describing Kolkata as the 'dirtiest city in India' has sparked widespread debate and backlash online.

DS Balaji, a designer from Andhra Pradesh, shared a series of posts on social media criticizing Kolkata's hygiene and infrastructure.
His posts, which have garnered over 6.2 million views, describe areas like Sealdah and Bada Bazaar as filled with garbage and open gutters.
Balaji's comparison of Kolkata to a 'starving African city' has drawn significant backlash, with many criticizing his judgment based on specific areas.
Some Kolkata residents acknowledged the city's issues but noted that Balaji's experience was limited to older parts of the city.
The posts have sparked a broader discussion on social media about urban cleanliness and infrastructure in Indian cities.