A video of a man skillfully riding a unicycle amidst Bengaluru’s hectic Outer Ring Road (ORR) traffic has sparked a heated debate online, with opinions ranging from awe to alarm.

Shared by Bengaluru Visuals on Instagram, the viral clip captures the helmeted rider maneuvering along the roadside with a backpack strapped on, drawing both admiration and criticism.

Some social media users hailed him as a visionary, seeing it as an innovative alternative to Bengaluru’s infamous traffic gridlocks. “Risk is part of every invention,” one user remarked. However, skeptics dismissed it as reckless and dangerous, with concerns about accidents due to potholes and open manholes.

One critic bluntly called it “a publicity stunt,” while another quipped, “He’ll reach his destination next year!” Some even joked about where to buy a unicycle online.

With opinions divided, the debate rages on—is this a bold step toward creative urban commuting or simply an accident in the making?