In a departure from traditional Hindu pooja offerings, a family in Bengaluru has replaced customary fruits like bananas with avocados. The unconventional choice has captured the attention of social media users.
The viral post, shared on X (formerly Twitter) with the caption, “Parents are in town, and their offerings to God have been upgraded from bananas to avocados,” has garnered over 5,500 views since it was posted on July 30. The shift to exotic fruits sparked a variety of reactions from netizens.
Parents are in town and their offerings to God have been upgraded to avocado from bananas. pic.twitter.com/vSgnsjFYor
— Dharmesh Ba (@dharmeshba) July 30, 2024
One user humorously asked, “What are they, millennials?” To which the original poster confirmed, “We are millennials.”
Another user quipped, “God on low carbs!” highlighting the health-conscious trend among younger generations.
A third comment remarked, “Not middle class anymore. Avocado class,” suggesting a shift in socio-economic status reflected in the choice of offering.
However, not all reactions were supportive. One person commented, “No gods like this foreigner. Please change back to bananas,” expressing a preference for traditional offerings.
The post reflects a blend of modern and traditional practices, showcasing how cultural rituals evolve with changing times and preferences.