A month ago, I wrote a blog on Types of drivers in India which was very well received. Since there is never a dull moment on Indian roads, I decided to write a sequel to the same, one that mainly focuses on the ‘sights’ one witness while on the road !
1. Growing up, we were taught to never waste anything. Well, some people took this lesson a bit too seriously. Why else do you think our two-lane roads suddenly morph into five lanes!
2. Indians love challenges!
- Only got space for 10 but have 40 passengers to transport? No biggie
- Have to carry luggage but haven’t got much space? Not a problem!
3. Hakuna Matata: No worries for the rest of your days…. We have so many people on the Indian roads living by this motto !
- On seeing a ‘No parking’ sign - अब दंगल होगा !( This is Sparta.)
- One should be alert and fully aware when riding a two- wheeler: Screw that, YOLOOOO!
- On seeing a ‘Go slow’ sign : *Dhoom machaale, dhoom machaale*
4. India is a beautiful country. Taking a road trip through the countryside is bound to leave a traveller with sweet memories of the simple folk, vivid mix of culture and images of the picturesque nature. Then comes the side-profile of a vomit-stained State Road Transport Corporation bus that ruins the whole mood!!!
5. Getting stuck in a lane behind trucks and autos is just the worst! But when those vehicles have funny slogans painted on the back, it kind of eases up that pain. Here are some of my favourite ones:
6. Baby you light up my world like nobody else…. STOP. DOING. THAT. RIGHT. NOW.
Can someone please educate drivers in India on when to use High-beam and when to use the Dipper!!
Road trips in India are obviously super- entertaining. My tip to you: Always keep a camera handy! You never know what marvelous sight lies in store for you.
Comment below to tell me about the unforgettable visuals from your experience of driving in India.
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