Bengaluru Woman ‘Can't Afford A Car' So She Decides To Drive An Auto Rickshaw
Safura, a young auto rickshaw driver in Bengaluru, was filmed by passenger Tamanna Tanweer during a ride.
Following your passion can bring happiness in ways money can't buy. Recently, a video has gained widespread attention that shows a young Bengaluru woman who turned her love for driving into a profession. Her journey has left many inspired.
Safura, a young auto rickshaw driver in Bengaluru, was filmed by passenger Tamanna Tanweer during a ride. Their conversation was later shared on Instagram which caught the attention of online viewers.
Tanweer explained that she had been trying to book an Uber, Ola or Rapido but failed repeatedly. That's when she met Safura.
'This was the first time I sat in an auto being driven by a young girl. I decided to ask her some questions," Tanweer said.
Safura shared how driving has always been her passion. With no budget to buy a car, she decided to start small by buying an auto rickshaw.
'I love driving with any vehicle. Car, auto, bike, anything I can drive. It's just that I can buy auto in my budget. So, I don't have the budget for buying a Swift car and all. So, I thought I will go with the auto first. Then we'll see in the future I can buy or not," she said.
For Safura, doing what she loves makes work enjoyable. 'Whatever I am doing, I am not feeling 'Oh it's a Monday. I have to go to work.' Nothing like that. I am enjoying every single day, and I'm happy. I'm full of energy, full of happiness," she explained.
Her Family Support
When asked about her parents' reaction, Safura said, 'My mother…she knows me. Obviously, at first, she felt a little scared. She knows that I'm a very brave girl and I can handle anything."
After the ride, Tanweer gave Safura a high-five and said, 'Not only is she breaking stereotypes and inspiring women, she's also serving a reminder as to why it's so important to follow your heart and do what brings you joy."
The caption shared with the video read, 'Women see, women scroll, women happy."
Online Recognition And Praise
Safura's story gained over a million views online. Social media users praised her energy and determination in the comment section.
One user commented, 'Love her energy and hats off to her for breaking stereotypes. About 6 years ago I got picked up by a female auto driver in Chennai railway station. She was the sole provider for her family and told me how she got her daughters married riding her auto, she owned what she did and took pride in it."
Another added, 'Such abundant potential energies from her!! God bless her with an amazing life!!! Always up and above."
'Her smile is so refreshing. Hope all her dreams come true," a viewer praised while someone else added, 'She is indeed an inspiring person. She overcame stereotypical societal expectations."
Some people even wondered if a fundraiser could be started to support Safura's journey.
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