As India welcomed a long weekend with Saturday, Sunday and the Republic Day holiday on Monday, many people decided it was the perfect time for a short trip. A Bengaluru-based IITian couple captured this shared feeling in a light-hearted Instagram video that has now gone viral.
The couple, Reshma Bhagat and Prabhat Kumar, shared the clip on their joint Instagram account. The video begins with the two standing by the roadside with their bags, appearing excited and ready to head out for a quick getaway. A Hindi text on the screen reads, "Humne socha long weekend hai kahin ghumne chale jate hai" , meaning, "We thought it's a long weekend, so let's go somewhere."
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However, the cheerful mood doesn't last long.
In the next shot, the video cuts to visuals of packed bus stops and long queues of people trying to travel out of the city. Another caption humorously sums up the situation: "Pure Bengaluru ne bhi yahi socha," which translates to, "The entire Bengaluru thought the same thing."
The relatable clip struck a chord with social media users, many of whom commented that they faced similar crowds and travel chaos during the long weekend.
A user suggested that the best time to visit popular spots from Bangalore is on weekdays, especially when schools are in session, as long weekends tend to get crowded.
In contrast, another user expressed their love for the weekend vibe in Bengaluru, where people often flock to destinations like Nandi Hills, Chennai, Kerala, and Goa to party.
A third user chimed in, echoing the sentiment that it's always crowded, even during the off-season, highlighting the city's popularity as a getaway hub.
