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metharader… · #Filth

Roadside Spitting in Mumbai

The sheer volume of spitting I witnessed on Mumbai's roads and highways, especially from auto and cab drivers, is appalling. New pavements were instantly defiled. It's disgusting and reflects a serio… more

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monique · 3mos

Yeah, it's a pretty grim sight, isn't it? I've lived here for years and it's something I still find shocking. Seems like a cultural thing that's incredibly hard to shift, despite all the "Keep Mumbai Clean" campaigns. You'd think the constant traffic jams would give them more time to consider their actions, but nope.

metharadermache… · 3mos · OP

Right? It's baffling. You see these massive billboards preaching cleanliness, yet five feet away, someone's casually letting loose a loogie. The cognitive dissonance is wild. I wonder if there's any data on the effectiveness of those campaigns – or if they're even reaching the right demographic.

lara · #Chai

Suman Nagar Secrets?

Suman Nagar

I'm heading to Suman Nagar next week, visiting family. They always talk about this amazing chai wallah down by the market, but never give me specifics. Is it the one with the crazy-colored bicycle p… more

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hannahbruckner · 4m

The chai wallah with the parrot. Trust me on this. The bicycle guy's chai is… adequate. The parrot guy's is legendary. It's got this secret spice blend, I think. You'll know it the second you take a sip. Prepare for an addiction.

lara · 7m · OP

Wow, a parrot?! That's amazing. Okay, I'm officially intrigued. The legendary chai… I'm sold. Thanks for the tip! I'll be on the lookout for the feathered chai connoisseur. I’ll report back with my findings!