A viral video on Instagram has shown the prices of Indian products in a Walmart store in Dallas, Texas, leaving many viewers amazed and sparking mixed reactions. The video, posted by an Indian expat named Rajat, takes viewers through the aisles of the store, pointing out popular Indian food products such as Royal brand lentils, Haldiram’s aloo bhujia, Parle biscuits, and a variety of spices and sauces.
According to Rajat, the prices of these products are around $4 each, with some items costing slightly more. For example, Parle’s Hide & Seek biscuits cost around $4.5. The video also shows a shelf filled with other Indian products, including Parle-G, Good Day, biryani masala, tandoori masala, and butter chicken sauce. Rajat explains that Walmart stocks these products to meet the needs of the large Indian customer base in Dallas.
The video has sparked a range of reactions, with some users expressing happiness at seeing familiar Indian products in an American supermarket. However, others were surprised by the high prices of these products compared to India. Some users pointed out that the prices are excessively high, with one user noting that a packet of Hide & Seek biscuits costs Rs 20 in India, but $4 (approximately Rs 320) in the US. Another user compared prices across borders, noting that the prices seem expensive compared to Canada.
Others have pointed out that imported items often cost more abroad due to shipping, customs, and demand. Despite the mixed reactions, the video has generated significant interest and discussion among users, with many people fascinated by the availability of Indian products in an American supermarket. The video has also raised questions about the pricing of imported goods and the impact of demand on prices in different countries. Overall, the video provides a glimpse into the global availability of Indian products and the varying prices that come with them.