Bengaluru, India (November 3, 2025):
A bizarre yet hilarious video has gone viral on social media, showing a man in Bengaluru wearing a frying pan on his head instead of a helmet to avoid a traffic fine.
According to Indian media reports, Bengaluru, known for its heavy traffic jams, is once again in the spotlight—but this time, not for congestion. A local biker has captured the internet’s attention with his unusual attempt to dodge a ₹500 challan (traffic fine).
In the viral clip, the man can be seen riding his motorcycle confidently while balancing a frying pan on his head as if it were a proper helmet. His unique “jugaad” (creative fix) left onlookers and even traffic police officers stunned.
The video, shared widely across platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, includes captions describing the act as both “funny and dangerous.” Viewers pointed out that a frying pan cannot protect anyone in case of an accident, calling it a risky trend.
Social media users flooded the comments section with humorous takes. One user wrote, “Safety first, breakfast later,” while another commented, “At least tie the pan properly!” The post has already received thousands of views and continues to spread across social platforms.
Traffic police have yet to identify or fine the man seen in the footage, but officials have reiterated that creative shortcuts cannot replace real helmets and that safety rules must be followed for one’s own protection.
This incident adds to a growing list of viral “jugaad” moments in India, where citizens use humor and innovation to highlight daily challenges—this time, at the expense of road safety.
