A recent video from Delhi has reignited the debate on civic hygiene and public behaviour after a man was filmed urinating in open view outside the Red Fort Metro Station. The footage, now viral on social media, captures a scene that has left many both amused and disgusted — as a group of young volunteers, joined by a foreign national taking part in a cleanliness drive, confronted the man mid-act. Instead of yelling, they chose mock applause and cheers to shame him publicly.

Clearly startled, the man hurriedly zipped up and walked away while several bystanders recorded the incident. The video, which was shared on Instagram with the caption, “Is this how we should approach this kind of behaviour?”, has triggered a wave of online discussion about India’s ongoing public sanitation issues.

Social media users were quick to react, criticising both the man’s act and the lack of civic awareness that enables such behaviour. One comment read, “Bhaiya k attitude to dekho!!! Even after peeing in public.” Another user wrote, “Time to name and shame! Those who litter and pee in public spaces are spoiling our cities.”

Several pointed out that while citizens must be held accountable, poor infrastructure also plays a major role. One frustrated viewer noted, “In India, men treat every wall like it’s a personal restroom. But the government isn’t any less guilty, either. There’s no urinal for miles, or the one that exists looks like it was last cleaned during the Mughal era. You walk in and come out questioning your will to live.”

Another comment highlighted the broader issue of civic culture, saying, “Public civic sense requires consistent community standards and enforcement.”

While some blamed the government for the lack of clean public toilets, others felt the rot lies deeper. One user argued, “Public restrooms are infrequent and quite disgusting. India needs to step up in sanitation. It’s a world-stage reputation problem.” Another added, “The problem isn’t just lack of facilities, it’s the mindset. So shameful!”

The video has once again sparked conversations about how India’s civic behaviour continues to clash with its aspirations of being seen as a modern, global nation.