Dallas, Texas, USA:  A Ganesh Chaturthi celebration in Dallas, Texas, featuring devotional songs, drumming, and even a U.S. police officer’s participation, went viral after a dance video spread on social media. The clip drew mixed reactions—some calling it inappropriate for a religious setting, while others defended it asa  cultural expression.

The event highlights the cultural clash faced by Indian immigrants in the U.S., where practices common in India, like dancing during Ganesh festivities, can be perceived differently abroad. The debate raises broader questions about identity, belonging, and how diaspora communities balance preserving traditions while adapting to new environments.