Footage: ANI
In a viral video circulated online, auto-rickshaw drivers are seen racing in reverse at significant speed while looking back over their shoulders
A reverse auto-rickshaw driving competition was organised in the Sangli district of Maharashtra. The event was reportedly held in Haripur village on the occasion of Sangameshwar Yatra
Several villagers gathered to watch this one-of-a-kind competition. In the viral video, a person can also be heard describing the race through live commentary in the background
The video has received more than 1 lakh views so far and the internet is buzzing with hilarious reactions
Actor Ranvir Shorey shared his thoughts on this bizarre race
A Twitter user commented, “This Riksha can put question on existence of SUVs (sic).”
One user said that he had no idea that a reverse gear exists in auto rickshaws
Another Twitter user said, “Must add for next Olympics.”
A user wrote, “How stupid are those standing along the edge of such an uneven racing track watching a reversing three-wheeler approach them at full speed?”
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