One Viral Video Makes Telugu People Proud; CM Shares It
At that late hour, many people might have refused such a long ride. But the Rapido rider, an elderly man, decided to help without any hesitation.
By: Priya Chowdhary Nuthalapti | 26 July 2026 10:00 AM ISTA simple social media video has won the hearts of many people across the country. The video shows a touching incident that happened in Visakhapatnam (Vizag). It became very popular online and was later shared by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on his Instagram account.
The video was posted by a travel vlogger who had an unexpected experience during his visit to Vizag. According to him, he needed to travel to Bhubaneswar late at night. Around 2:30 a.m., he booked a Rapido bike ride to reach his bus. However, by mistake, he selected a bus stop that was about 15 kilometers away from his actual location.
At that late hour, many people might have refused such a long ride. But the Rapido rider, an elderly man, decided to help without any hesitation. He safely took the passenger to the correct bus stop even though it was far away.
During the journey, the rider also noticed that the traveler was hungry. He stopped and arranged food for him before continuing the ride. This kind gesture surprised the vlogger and left a lasting impression on him.
After reaching his destination safely, the traveler shared the story on Instagram. He praised the kindness and caring nature of Telugu people. He said they made him feel safe and welcomed, even though he was a stranger in the city.
The video quickly became viral on social media. Thousands of people watched it and appreciated the Rapido rider for his generosity. Many users also shared similar experiences of receiving help from people in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu later shared the same video on his Instagram page. His post brought even more attention to the incident. Many social media users praised the Chief Minister for highlighting a positive story that reflects the values of the Telugu community.
