Anand Mahindra warns tourists not to visit this Indian state if they have habit of throwing trash on roads: 'Don’t even think...'

Anand Mahindra has once again grabbed attention online, this time for praising Sikkim and its strong cleanliness culture.

Sharing two viral videos on X, the businessman highlighted how seriously the Himalayan state treats littering and public hygiene. His post quickly struck a chord with social media users, many of whom praised Sikkim’s disciplined approach towards keeping public spaces clean.

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“If you’re someone who casually throws trash out of your car window, then don’t even think of visiting Sikkim,” Mahindra wrote.

“But if this clip makes you smile, then packing your bags and heading there may be one of the best travel decisions you’ll ever make.”

“What Makes Sikkim Beautiful Is The Mindset”

While Sikkim is already famous for its stunning mountains, peaceful monasteries and breathtaking landscapes, Mahindra pointed out that the real beauty of the state lies in its people and their mindset.

“Because I think what makes Sikkim a truly beautiful destination isn’t just the landscape. It’s the mindset of its people,” he added.

The videos shared alongside the post showed how strictly cleanliness rules are enforced in the state.

Tourist Made To Clean Up After Throwing Orange Peel

One of the clips showed a man being stopped after allegedly throwing an orange peel on the road.

Locals reportedly asked him to immediately clean up the litter, sending a strong message about civic responsibility in the state.

The incident has now gone viral online, with many users saying such rules should be followed more strictly across the country.

The video also carried a simple message for travellers: “Hello guys, if you are planning to visit Sikkim, then never throw litter around. Sikkim has very strict cleanliness rules. Whether you are a tourist or a local, if someone is caught throwing garbage, action is taken immediately.”

Sikkim’s Strict Rules Have Earned Praise Online

Sikkim has long been recognised for maintaining high standards of public cleanliness and environmental protection.

The state reportedly follows strict legal penalties for violations such as littering, smoking in public places, open urination and the use of banned plastic items.

The videos also highlighted how seriously cleanliness rules are followed in Sikkim. According to the clip, both tourists and locals can be stopped if they are caught littering in public places. In one viral moment, a man who allegedly threw an orange peel on the road was asked to clean it up immediately, reinforcing the state’s strict approach towards cleanliness and civic discipline.

Internet Applauds Sikkim’s Civic Discipline

Many people online praised the state for creating a culture where both locals and tourists are expected to respect public spaces.

Several users commented that Sikkim’s approach proves cleanliness is not only about rules and fines, but also about collective responsibility and civic behaviour.

For many travellers, that discipline has now become one of the biggest reasons why Sikkim continues to stand out as one of India’s cleanest and most admired tourist destinations.