Mumbai Local
A video capturing an unusual incident on a Mumbai local train has gone viral on social media. In the footage, a commuter is seen fixing his mobile phone to the door panel of the train while standing on the footboard, attempting to enjoy music through his earphones. The clip, shared on Instagram with the caption “Only in Mumbai,” showcases the man’s inventive approach to using his phone hands-free during a crowded commute. The video, uploaded with the trending song ‘Moye Moye,’ has garnered over 110,000 likes and 5.5 million views in just two days.
The clip depicts the man risking safety by travelling on the footboard, making a ‘jugaad’ (innovative solution) to secure his smartphone next to the second-class compartment’s door. When he realizes he’s being filmed, the man poses and waves at the camera. The video has prompted various reactions from internet users, with some expressing concern for the passenger’s safety, while others humorously commented on the unique situation.
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One user joked, “Mumbai is not for beginners,” while another humorously added, “Science is not sciencing after this.” Some questioned the safety of the setup, while others found the entire scenario amusing. In a city known for its bustling local train culture, such incidents often capture the essence of Mumbai’s daily life.
In a related incident from October, another video from a Mumbai local train went viral, showing a passenger humorously reacting to being referred to as ‘uncle’ by a co-passenger. The witty exchange added a touch of humour to the routine of Mumbai’s local train journeys.