A Canadian influencer, Caleb Friesen, has sparked a debate by calling the comparison of Indian cities and landmarks to foreign destinations, including Bengaluru's 'Silicon Valley of India' tag, illogical. He argues these derivative labels diminish India's unique identity and reflect a lack of confidence. Friesen suggests India should celebrate its places on their own terms, citing examples like South Korea's film industry and China's tech hubs which use original names. His views have prompted discussions online about cultural identity and external validation.