Man attends video call while riding scooter in Bengaluru; Viral video draws mixed reactions
In a viral video that has sparked discussions on work-life balance, a man in Bengaluru was seen attending a video call while riding his scooter. The clip, shared by Peak Bengaluru on social media, highlights the traditional image of the city’s tech professionals engrossed in work even in public spaces.
The man, unidentified, was seen riding a scooter with his laptop open on his lap, displaying details of a Microsoft Teams meeting. The incident has triggered the debate on safe driving practices.
The video, shared by Peak Bengaluru, shows a man riding his scooter in Bengaluru while attending a video call on his laptop, raising concerns about safe driving and work-life balance.
Bengaluru is not for beginners 😂
— Peak Bengaluru (@peakbengaluru) March 23, 2024
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Users on social media reacted with both humor and empathy, with some expressing concerns about the man’s safety and work pressures, while others found humor in the situation.
This incident is not the first of its kind in Bengaluru, as a similar incident involving a woman working on her laptop while riding pillion on a motorcycle was reported last year. “Tell me you are in Bangalore without telling me you are in Bangalore,” the video is captioned in a Reddit thread.
The incident has sparked discussions on work-life balance, the pressures of a 70-hour work week, and the lengths to which people go to fulfill work obligations. “Bro must be working for an IT company as he might be short of clocking 70 hours per week,” commented X user @3rdEyeDude adding that the rider was, “Riding the waves of productivity!”
Bro must be working for an IT company as he might be short of clocking 70 hours per week
— ThirdEye (@3rdEyeDude) March 23, 2024
While online video conferencing apps have made it easier for people to attend meetings from anywhere, this incident highlights the dangers of distracted driving and the importance of prioritizing safety.
Some social media users found humor in the situation, with comments ranging from jokes about work-from-home to sarcastic remarks about Bangalore’s traffic and road conditions. “WFH – Work From Honda,” wrote a user, giving a humorous spin to the concept of working from home.
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and prioritizing safety, even in the midst of work pressures. It also highlights the need for employers to consider the well-being of their employees and ensure that they are not overworked.
