Bengaluru's Coding Rapido Rider Goes Viral
A routine bike ride in Bengaluru turned into a viral internet moment when a passenger discovered his Rapido rider multitasking between driving and learning advanced coding. The incident, which occurred on November 17, 2025, has sparked intense discussions about work culture in India's technology capital.
Vaibhav Gupta, an X user, shared his surprising experience after noticing his Rapido bike taxi rider listening to a Node.js tutorial during their journey. The photograph accompanying the post clearly shows a mobile device mounted on the handlebars, displaying the coding tutorial from YouTube.
The Viral Moment That Captured Bengaluru's Spirit
"Yesterday my @rapidobikeapp rider was listening to a Node.js tutorial. Upon asking, he told me he's already a developer and is preparing for a switch. Crazy grind & a @peakbengaluru moment for me," Gupta wrote in his now-famous post.
The rider revealed to Gupta that he was already working as a developer but was using his time as a Rapido rider to upskill and prepare for a career transition. This revelation added another layer to the already compelling story of continuous learning and hustle that defines Bengaluru's tech ecosystem.
Mixed Reactions Flood Social Media
The post quickly gained massive traction online, drawing thousands of reactions and comments from netizens with polarized opinions. While many users praised the rider's dedication and commitment to self-improvement, others criticized what they perceived as performative hustle culture.
One user expressed concern about talent utilization, writing: "I feel bad that India is not able to utilise and I don't know why." Another comment took a more critical stance: "This cringe is why I hate Bangalore. This pretentious grind and hustle cringe and moreover identifying with that culture more than actually being it."
Safety concerns also emerged in the discussion, with a third user advising: "Good hustle, recommend not to get distracted while driving. Both are under risk."
Not the First Instance of Tech Hustle Culture
This incident follows a similar story from September where a software development engineer was discovered working as a Rapido rider during weekends to combat loneliness. That case also involved a surprising detail - the rider arrived on a premium TVS Ronin motorcycle valued at approximately ₹2 lakh.
Both incidents highlight the unique work culture prevalent in Bengaluru, often called the Silicon Valley of India, where tech professionals frequently engage in side hustles and continuous learning activities.
The debate continues online about whether such multitasking represents admirable dedication or concerning work culture extremes. Meanwhile, the original post remains viral, capturing what many are calling a "peak Bengaluru moment" that perfectly embodies the city's relentless tech spirit.
