Viral video: One of the world’s ‘greenest cities’ has Tamil as an official language – Can you guess its name?

Singapore is back in conversations among Indians, and this time it’s not because of news or politics. A travel video shared by Indian influencer Tanya Khanijow has gone viral, and people are talking about it for a simple reason. Her observations feel real. They sound like things anyone would notice while walking around a city.

As the video went viral, many people started comparing Singapore with Indian cities. They began wondering how such a small country manages things so well.

A crowded city that doesn’t feel messy

In the video, Tanya says Singapore is smaller than Mumbai but still has a lot of people. She thought it would feel crowded and chaotic. But when she reached there, it felt calm and well-organised instead.


“Sounds chaotic, but instead there is clean air, water, and roads,” she says.

She also points out how green the city feels. Not just parks, but everywhere. Buildings, streets, and public areas all seem to have plants around.

“This country is so green that even their buildings have trees inside,” she adds.

How India connects to Singapore’s past

Tanya also mentions Singapore’s early days after independence. She explains that the country’s leaders once looked at India, especially Kolkata, for inspiration while planning the city.

Over time, Singapore created its own systems. She highlights public transport as one big example, saying it runs on time and works smoothly, unlike what many people are used to in Indian cities.

Systems that actually work

A big part of her video talks about how Singapore manages its resources. Tanya explains that owning a car there is not easy or cheap, and that’s done on purpose to reduce traffic.

She also talks about waste and water management. According to her, most waste is used to produce electricity, and water is recycled so efficiently that even space agencies have studied it.

These points made many viewers stop and think.

Strict rules, serious consequences

Tanya also speaks about Singapore’s strict laws. She says fines are high and rules are followed seriously.

Simple things like littering or not flushing a public toilet can cost a lot of money. According to her, this is one reason public places stay clean and organised.

Different cultures in one small place

One thing that really stood out to her was how many cultures exist side by side. She talks about areas like Little India and Haji Lane being close to each other.

She also mentions that Tamil is one of Singapore’s official languages, which caught the attention of many Indian viewers online.

An airport people can’t stop talking about

Towards the end of the video, Tanya shows Singapore’s airport. She talks about the massive indoor waterfall and trees growing inside the building.

She points out how greenery is everywhere, even on higher floors, and yet it all feels normal there.

How people reacted online

As the video gained views, people shared their thoughts in the comments.

One user wrote, “Blessed to have my Singapore passport.” Another said, “India should bring Singapore’s water recycling system here.” Someone else commented, “Kolkata must have been really beautiful back then.”

Many talked about cleanliness, with comments like “Way cleaner than India.” Others shared personal experiences, saying they live there or feel lucky to do so.

The video didn’t make big claims or bold statements. It simply showed everyday things. And that’s exactly why it struck a chord and brought Singapore back into everyday discussion.
Disclaimer: This article is based on a social media video and user reactions. The views and opinions mentioned do not necessarily reflect those of The Times of India.
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