India, March 23 -- A New York-based influencer has praised the cleanliness of Kochi in her latest Instagram post, challenging long-held stereotypes about hygiene in India.

Content creator Chloe Jade shared a video documenting her experience in the South Indian city, opening with the bold statement: "India is NOT dirty."

In the caption, she reflected on common perceptions, writing, "I am travelling in Kerala right now, and often the first thing people say is 'India is dirty.'"

Highlighting the diversity of experiences across India, Chloe encouraged travellers to look beyond media portrayals.

"Travelling in India means experiencing many different things because the country is vast," she said, describing it as a true paradise for explore...