Mumbai Police Officers Join Viral 'Aura Farming' Trend, Sparking Online Debate
Mumbai Police officers have recently joined the global 'aura farming' social media trend, recreating the viral dance steps near Marine Drive. This participation has sparked considerable online discussion, with reactions ranging from support for the officers enjoying a moment of leisure to criticism regarding their conduct while on duty. The trend, originating from an Indonesian boy's viral video, focuses on exuding calm and developing personal charisma.
Mumbai Police Embraces Viral Trend
In a surprising move that has captivated the internet, five Mumbai Police officers were filmed performing the popular 'aura farming' dance on the seaside platform at Marine Drive. Dressed in their official uniforms, their rendition of the viral boat dance steps quickly garnered widespread attention across social media platforms.
The 'Aura Farming' Phenomenon Explained
'Aura farming' has rapidly become a social media sensation, signifying the cultivation of an effortless sense of calm and the enhancement of one's personal charisma or 'aura'. The trend was ignited by an 11-year-old Indonesian student, Rayyan Arkan Dikha, whose video went viral. Dikha was seen bravely balancing and performing on the tip of a long, canoe-like racing boat known as a Jalur, dressed in traditional Teluk Belanga costume and a Malay Riau headcloth.
Global Reach of the Trend
The 'aura farming' trend has transcended geographical boundaries, with various individuals and organisations worldwide recreating Rayyan's distinctive moves. Notably, beyond the Mumbai Police, the Republic of Singapore Navy also participated, performing the signature steps aboard its MSRV Protector, showcasing the trend's broad appeal.
Public Reaction and Debate
The Mumbai Police's involvement in the trend has elicited a diverse range of reactions from the public:
- Supportive Views: Many internet users expressed approval, highlighting that police officers are also human and deserve moments of enjoyment. Comments such as, "Let them live, they are human too," and "It was nice to see the Police Officers enjoying. They also have a life, right?" were common.
- Critical Views: Conversely, some individuals criticised the officers for engaging in such activities during their working hours, raising concerns about professionalism and the perception of law and order. Calls for official action and suspension were also noted.
Key Takeaways
- Mumbai Police officers participated in the viral 'aura farming' social media trend.
- The trend involves exuding calm and developing personal charisma, originating from an Indonesian boy's viral video.
- The officers performed the dance steps in uniform at Marine Drive, sparking online debate.
- Reactions varied from support for their leisure to criticism regarding duty conduct.
- The 'aura farming' trend has seen global participation, including from the Republic of Singapore Navy.
