Bengaluru’s infamous traffic and ride-hailing struggles often leave commuters frustrated, but one individual found a unique workaround. Instead of waiting endlessly for an Uber or Ola, social media user Pathik took matters into his own hands—by booking a ride through Porter, an app primarily designed for transporting goods.
In a now-viral post, Pathik shared a photo of himself riding pillion on a Porter two-wheeler, with the delivery partner in front and the app’s branding visible on his helmet. His witty caption read, “Had to porter myself to office today because no Ola, Uber.”
Since being posted on February 6, the tweet has amassed over 32,000 views, with users hailing it as a “peak Bengaluru moment.”
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Pathik’s unconventional commute sparked a wave of amusement, with many calling his idea “genius” and “the most Bengaluru thing ever.” Several users admitted they had considered similar hacks but never acted on them. Others suggested alternative strategies, like adjusting work hours to avoid peak traffic congestion.
had to porter myself to office today cuz no ola uber 🙁 pic.twitter.com/pzLHoTG2QF
— pathik (@pathikghugare) February 6, 2025
In another bizarre traffic-related incident, a commuter stuck on a Bengaluru flyover was surprised when Rapido sent him a safety check message. His auto-rickshaw had remained stationary for an extended period due to gridlock, prompting the app’s automated alert system to check on him.
With Bengaluru’s traffic woes showing no signs of improvement, creative solutions like these continue to entertain and resonate with netizens.
