35-year-old techie from Microsoft rides auto on weekends in Bengaluru; Here’s why
The hoodie that the man (the driver) was wearing has the logo of Microsoft. This sparked a conversation among people about the importance of social connections and having friends.
A 35-year-old software engineer from Bengaluru, known as the Silicon Valley of India and a hub for technology professionals, has gained headlines after a video showcasing him driving an auto rickshaw went viral on social media platforms. This incident came to light after Venkatesh Gupta, a resident of Bengaluru, shared a post of X after meeting a Microsoft employee who was driving an auto-rickshaw in Koramangala.
The hoodie that the man (the driver) was wearing has the logo of Microsoft. This sparked a conversation among people about the importance of social connections and having friends.
However, the reason he revealed for driving Namma Yatri was unusual and left the internet absolutely stunned.
“Met a 35-year-old staff software engineer at Microsoft in Koramangala driving Namma Yatri to combat loneliness on weekends,” read the caption of the post.
Met a 35 year old staff software engineer at Microsoft in Kormangala driving Namma Yatri to combat loneliness on weekends pic.twitter.com/yesKDM9v2j
— Venkatesh Gupta (@venkyHQ) July 21, 2024
While the post has garnered lakhs of reactions and likes, many people in the comment sections showed mixed reactions of sympathy and confusion.
One user wrote, “As the tech industry grows, so does the phenomenon of loneliness among professionals. A hidden truth: sometimes, the most advanced technology can’t replace human interaction.”
Another one said, “Tats gr8, he knows how imp is mental health. Change of subject is rest. An engineer at my office works as a bartender to relax.”
“I have seen an Accenture employee working in the Royal Enfield showroom as a mechanic,” shared a third one.
Others were taken aback by the sight of a tech professional driving an auto rickshaw.
“No way this is true,” exclaimed one user. “Are you sure he actually works there and not just wearing donated merchandise?” questioned another, echoing the disbelief of many.
Meanwhile, some couldn’t resist adding humour to the mix. “Bro took N. Murthy’s advice to heart,” joked one, while another quipped, “Or maybe the blue screen just got extended.” A third commented, “Side business opportunity,” and a fourth admired, “Bro hustling on a different level.”
