In a recent amusing moment from Bengaluru, an auto driver surprised passengers by replacing his usual seat with an office chair. A woman shared her experience on X, describing how the driver’s choice of seating caught her attention.
She wrote, “Auto driver’s seat had an office chair fixed for extra comfort—man, I love Bangalore.”
auto driver’s seat had an office chair fixed for extra comfort, man i love bangalore @peakbengaluru 🤌🏼 pic.twitter.com/D1LjGZOuZl — Shivani Matlapudi (@shivaniiiiiii_) September 23, 2024
Her post quickly went viral, resonating with many users who praised the driver’s clever idea. Comments flooded in, with one user referring to it as the “Beauty of Bangalore,” while another remarked, “I’m going to Bangalore soon and can’t wait to experience it! ” Many appreciated the driver for prioritising his comfort and posture, with one person commenting, “At least he cares for his posture,” and another adding, “Peak Bengaluru, peak comfort.”
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However, the creative solution did not go without criticism. Some users raised concerns about potential safety and legality issues. One commenter, claiming to work in the design department of a German truck manufacturing company, warned, “That’s probably violating some section of the Motor Vehicles Act. Every part needs to be certified, especially those concerning safety.” Another user wrote, "Is it safe to drive with this seat? Is it approved by RTO?"
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Previously, another incident surprised people when an auto driver used a QR code on his smartwatch to accept payments from passengers. These stories showcase how Bengaluru's drivers are finding creative ways to deal with the challenges of the city's busy streets, combining comfort with innovation.
(With inputs from agencies)