Walmart, a chain of hypermarkets in the US, ran into a controversy for selling slippers and panties with a Lord Ganesh design. Netizens were upset and angry with the brand for using the image of Hindu God inappropriately.

Walmart faced online criticism for selling underwear and slippers featuring Lord Ganesha, a revered Hindu deity. The Hindu American Foundation called

Hindu American Foundation criticized the incident and said Hindu deities like Ganesha hold profound spiritual significance. Items like slippers and bathing suits featuring sacred imagery demean the reverence with which these symbols are held.

Walmart sparked outrage after customers said they found slippers and underwear featuring Lord Ganesha on its website, prompting angry reactions.