In today’s social media age, even small oversights catch sharp-eyed users. A recent post on X (formerly Twitter) highlighted a typo on a major traffic signboard in Bengaluru. Spotted on the airport road heading into the city, the sign featured directions to KR Puram, Tumkur, and two versions of Bengaluru—spelled as “Bengaluru” and “Bangaluru.” The error amused users, especially as both spellings led to the same destination via different routes.
“This is on the airport road towards the city. Anyone new here might wonder if Bengaluru and Bangaluru are separate cities!” the user quipped, sharing a photo of the sign.
The humorous gaffe sparked a wave of reactions. One user explained the sign’s location near Esteem Mall and joked about the name origins: “The left route bends before merging, so it’s Bengaluru. The right goes straight, hence Bangaluru.” Another suggested it might be a misprint for “Bagaluru,” a real place in North Bengaluru.
Others theorized on the purpose of the typo. “Maybe it’s deliberate to slow down fast drivers and prevent accidents,” one joked. However, some criticized the confusion such signs might create for newcomers or even seasoned locals navigating Bengaluru’s traffic.
With over 40,000 views, the post has left netizens entertained, debating whether this was an error or a clever distraction.
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