SaralnamaA video of a foreign woman tourist bathing in the Ganga River near Laxman Jhula in Rishikesh has gone viral. The woman, wearing a bikini and flower garland, is seen offering prayers before taking a dip. The video sparked a debate on social media. Some viewed it as an act of devotion, while others called it disrespectful to religious traditions. Critics argued that tourists should follow local customs when visiting holy sites in India. To avoid controversy, visitors can wear modest clothing when bathing in sacred rivers. (Updated 23 Oct 2025, 00:15 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A video of a foreign woman tourist bathing in the Ganga River near Laxman Jhula in Rishikesh has gone viral
- The woman, wearing a bikini and flower garland, is seen offering prayers before taking a dip
- The video sparked a debate on social media