Bengaluru: Commuters in Bengaluru witnessed an unusual sight after a Mahindra Thar was used to tow a stranded Bengaluru Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC) bus, helping clear a major traffic bottleneck.
The incident occurred after the BMTC bus reportedly developed a mechanical fault and came to a halt in the middle of a busy road, leading to heavy traffic congestion.
Thar owner steps in to help
Rather than waiting for a recovery vehicle, the owner of a Mahindra Thar volunteered to tow the disabled bus to the roadside. The swift action helped ease the traffic jam and allowed vehicles to move once again.
The rare sight of an SUV towing a city bus quickly attracted the attention of commuters, many of whom captured the moment on their mobile phones.
Video goes viral
Videos and photographs of the incident have since circulated widely on social media, with many users praising the Thar owner for his presence of mind and willingness to help during a difficult situation.
Several users described the incident as a classic “Peak Bengaluru” moment, highlighting the city’s spirit of community support in overcoming everyday challenges.
While BMTC is equipped with breakdown recovery mechanisms, the quick intervention by the motorist helped minimise disruption until further assistance arrived.