‘This is India’: Harsh Goenka Shares Video of Spontaneous Garba at Mumbai Airport, Sparks Online Debate

As the festival of Navratri is in full swing across India, videos of devotees attending garba nights and dandiyas are fueling the festival spirit. Mumbai Airport staff and passengers turned the busy terminal into a festive floor with a spontaneous Garba performance.

Harsh Goenka Shares Video

In the viral video, shared by industrialist Harsh Goenka of the Mumbai airport, airport staff and passengers can be seen breaking into a Garba performance.

Goenka shared the video with the caption, “At Mumbai Airport—passengers, pilots, staff, loaders, all moving to the same beat. No other airport in the world has this spirit. This is India.”

At Mumbai Airport-passengers, pilots, staff, loaders, all moving to the same beat.
No other airport in the world has this spirit. This is India. ✈️❤️ pic.twitter.com/ifnUaj7Y6X — Harsh Goenka (@hvgoenka) September 28, 2025

Social Media Reacts With Criticism

The video, however, drew criticism from many social media users, who argued that the celebrations disrupted the airport’s decorum. One user wrote, “This kind of reckless behavior has caused problems for the Indian diaspora globally. Stop promoting nonsense—once it’s shared and celebrated, people start imitating it anywhere without considering the place, time, or local civic sense.” Another commented, “What an embarrassment.”

Despite the criticism, the video has amassed millions of views and ignited debates about celebrating festivals in public spaces. While some applauded the festive spirit, others pointed out that airports, as high-security areas, demand strict compliance with rules and proper etiquette.

The debate highlights the challenge of balancing cultural celebrations with public order, especially in places where safety and decorum are critical. As Navratri progresses, more videos of dances in unconventional locations are expected to emerge, keeping discussions about civic responsibility in the spotlight.