Noida Entrepreneur Says Clean Air, Hygiene And Safety Feel Like ‘Luxuries’ In India

A Noida-based entrepreneur has sparked an online discussion after sharing her thoughts on why everyday comforts in some foreign countries still “feel like luxuries in India.” Her post has resonated with many and opened up a wider conversation on civic sense, cleanliness and quality of life.

The entrepreneur, Neha Nagar, took to X to share her observations based on travel experiences.

‘Basics That Feel Like Luxuries In India’

“Travelling to a foreign country will make you realise there are some basics which feel like luxuries in India. You don’t have to visit far; You can go to countries like Bali or Vietnam to notice the difference,” Neha wrote on X.

She then listed the areas where she feels the difference is most visible.

“Be it: – Cleaner public

spaces. – Stronger hygiene of street food. – Stricter Plastic control measures. – Cleaner environment with amazing AQi air. – Women’s safety at night,” the post mentioned.

While clarifying that no country is flawless, Neha said, “India is struggling to give very basics to its citizens.”

But she added that the country has everything needed to do better.

“India can also become like them, even better. India has everything already. History, Spirituality, Food, Art. Colour, Culture and People are amazing here.”

She concluded by saying, “What we need is intention, care and accountability.”

Travelling to a foreign country will make you realise there are some basics which feel like luxuries in India.

You don't have to visit far; You can go to counties like Bali or Vietnam to notice the difference.

Be it:

– Cleaner public spaces.
– Stronger hygiene of street food.…

— Neha Nagar (@nehanagarr) January 7, 2026

Internet Weighs In With Agreement

Several users echoed Neha’s thoughts and stressed that change begins at an individual level.

One user commented, “100 per cent agree. But it starts with us—spitting, littering, eve-teasing are cultural habits we need to unlearn. Teach civic sense in schools, strict fines like Singapore. The Government has a role in enforcement, but citizens make or break a nation.”

Another said, “You only fight for something when you know it exists. More than half of the population has never even experienced it. Thus, they won’t even demand it.”

“Real democracy is lived daily, through discipline, respect and responsibility. Foreign countries are clean because their citizens practice civic sense. A government can build roads, parks and facilities but their upkeep is people’s duty,” someone else pointed out.

A woman shared, “When I visited Dubai for the first time, it really hit me how much we’re being scammed for our tax money back home.”

“When will this come into implementation? The time when we realise that we are the reason!” a person added.

“I’ve been sharing the similar message in. My WhatsApp groups. India has almost everything, but it still lacks some of the most critical aspects you mentioned—especially cleanliness, civic sense and hygiene, which are essential for day-to-day living. Very few people care,” read another comment.

Not Everyone Agreed

But the post also drew opposing views from those who felt India offers advantages that often go unnoticed.

“Why compare India with Vietnam? Compare it with America. In India, we get grocery delivery in 15 minutes, affordable healthcare that is far better than the US, UPI payments without carrying cash, easily available daily help like cooks and maids, and even medicines delivered at home. I genuinely pity those who go to the US or Europe for studies and then settle there, ignoring the fact that Indian education is among the best in the world,” one person wrote.

They further stressed that travelling alone doesn’t define quality of life in a country. Convenience, affordability and access to essential services also play a major role.