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Is it a crime to celebrate Republic Day in Australia? Anger erupted on social media against Indians, users said – show your patriotism in India
Samira Vishwas | January 27, 2026 10:24 PM CST

Go Back to India, anger against Indians over Republic Day celebration in Australia

India adopted its 77th republic day It was celebrated with great pomp throughout the country. A grand parade took place on the duty path in Delhi, where President Draupadi Murmu hoisted the national flag. This year the theme of Republic Day was ‘150 years of Vande Mataram’. Flag hoisting, cultural programs and parades were organized across the country… but meanwhile, a video to Australia went viral on social media, which has sparked a new debate.

viral video It can be seen that the Indian community is celebrating Republic Day in a city in Australia. Some people are seen playing drums. Many people are wearing traditional Indian clothes while some people are seen waving the tricolor. This video was first posted on Instagram, after which it was also shared on X. As soon as the video went viral, sharp reactions started coming on social media.

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‘Go Back to India’, anger erupts on social media

After the video surfaced, social media was divided into two parts. While many users supported the celebration by Indians, a large number of people called it inappropriate on Australia Day. A top comment on Instagram read, “Show your patriotism in India. January 26 is also Australia Day. Such celebration will cause discomfort among the local people.” Another user wrote, “If you love India so much then go back to India, today is Australia Day.”

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One comment said, “It is really strange to celebrate Indian Republic Day on Australian soil on Australia Day.” One user raised the question, “Is it necessary to spoil the quiet morning with such loud noise? Patriotism should teach pride, not noise.”

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Sharp questions raised on X also

There was resentment regarding this video on X platform also. One user wrote, “I am sure that these people would never have celebrated Republic Day while living in India.” Another said, “It is stupid to do this on foreign soil. Even school children know this.” Another post read, “Come out of poverty in India and now you are not even grateful to Australia.”

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Debate on NRI patriotism

After this video, the debate has once again intensified regarding NRI patriotism, limits of celebrating national festivals abroad, and respect for local culture. The question is also arising whether such public events on foreign soil hurt local sentiments or is it part of freedom of expression.


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