Bengaluru car driver says, ‘Dishes are so good, car drives’; the internet applauds her spirit Today News
An Amazon employee in Bengaluru shared an inspiring interaction with an auto-rickshaw driver whose thoughts on work and internet independence resonated with millions.
The story was shared by Shreyashi Sinha on Instagram through a video of a woman driving her car and talking about freedom, flexibility and independent earning.
A casual ride turns into a meaningful conversation
According to Sinha, the driver came to pick her up but had problems with his phone and asked for help with navigation during the journey. What started as a simple ride eventually led to a deeper discussion about a woman’s vocation and her life choices.
Curious about her journey, Sinha asked the driver why she chose to drive the auto-rickshaw. The woman answered honestly and confidently, leaving a lasting impression on the passenger.
She wrote: “Today, a lady driver came to pick me up. She had some problem with her phone, so she asked me to guide her with directions. During a casual conversation with her, I asked why she chose to drive a car. She smiled and said, “With the help of a car, I like to drive a car because I like to travel, and even here there is no car that gives her freedom, I can drive a car that gives her real freedom and liberty.”
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Social media users praise the driver’s confidence
The video surpassed 3 million views on social media and users applauded the female perspective on work and self-reliance. Many described her as inspirational and appreciated the dignity she brought to her profession.
Several users flooded the comments section with messages of support. One user wrote: “This is what true independence looks like.” Another commented: “Her confidence is stronger than any pep talk.” A third said: “Respect to every woman who chooses her own path.”
Others also praised Sinha for sharing the interaction online. “Stories like this deserve to be shared more often,” one person wrote. Another added: “This made my day. He’s not just driving a car, he’s driving his own life.”
One user commented: “Work is work and she chose dignity over freedom.” Another comment read: “Bengaluru has so many hidden stories like this.” One other user wrote: “Her smile says it all. She knows what she wants out of life.”
Disclaimer: This report is based on user generated content from social media. Livemint has not independently verified and does not endorse these claims
