Auto rickshaws in India are not just a mode of transportation but also moving canvases of expression. The colourful lightning, witty slogans or quirky posters adorning the three-wheeler have often grabbed attention of many on busy roads. Speaking in a similar vein, an auto driver in Bengaluru has once again gone viral and caught the internet’s attention after a picture of its quirky slogan went viral.
Ahead of Valentine’s Day, a Bengaluru auto driver caught the internet’s attention after a photo of the back of his vehicle began circulating online. The message painted on it read, “Love is fake, lovers are not fake,” and it had a Sanjay Dutt picture attached next to the quote. The simple yet thought-provoking line struck a chord with netizens,
quickly turning the auto into a viral sensation on Instagram.
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Internet Nodded In Agreement
As soon as the video gained traction online, social media users flooded the comments section with reactions. While a majority of users bombarded the post with laughing emoticons, others agreed that the auto’s in Bengaluru have their own vibes.
“Bangalore’s auto vibe is on its own!” read a comment.
Another said, “This and over pricing us.”
“Bilkul sahi! They even put Sanju baba,” stated a user.
An individual wrote, “Anna is right. Only hurt can love like this…”
Bengaluru Woman’s Midnight Auto Ride
In a separate incident that also gained widespread praise, a late-night auto ride in Bengaluru highlighted the city’s empathetic side. A woman passenger shared a video of her midnight journey in a Rapido auto. Posted on Instagram by the page Little Bengaluru Stories, the clip showed her travelling around 12 am when a message inside the auto immediately caught her attention.
The note, written in both Kannada and English, read, “I’m a father/brother too. Your safety matters. Sit back comfortably.” Visibly moved, the woman said was “actually feeling safe now,” appreciating the driver’s effort to reassure women travelling alone at night.
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The video quickly went viral, amassing thousands of likes and comments. Social media users praised the driver’s sensitivity, calling the gesture a reminder of Bengaluru’s inclusive and compassionate culture. Someone wrote, “Anna ne dil jeet liya.”
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