Away from the traffic jams, the packed buses and the auto queues, it’s another sort of commute – and Bangalore’s unique commuters are very much a part of that scene. Here are the typical characters who ensure there’s not a dull moment:
1. The PDA pair
This couple believes the Metro train is the perfect place to canoodle. Amorous activity begins on the platform and continues in the train. They sit close, share one set of earphones and sometimes go a little further, never mind that a group of students is gawking.
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2. The big gossip
For this lady, the ride is the perfect time to get on the phone and b**** about various things. It’s mostly the mother-in-law.
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3. The loud talker
Why speak softly when you can get on your phone and let the whole compartment know your work schedule/what your company does/ the appointment you’re headed to?
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4. The parents with unruly kids
If you’re looking for a bit of peace on the ride, this type will ensure you don’t. Parents look on blithely as the brats screech, run about and often want to swing from the hand rails and straps.
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5. The insensitive so-and-so
Announcements continue about giving up seats for old people, the disabled and pregnant women. They could be in this person’s face, but catch him getting up!
6. The boys out on the town
You’ll see them most often on Saturday evenings. These boy gangs think they’re all dudes as they head out for the evening’s entertainment and make a lot of noise about it.
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7. The loud music player
If you sit next to this person, you can hear his or her entire playlist through the earphones. No worries about damage to the ear, we’re guessing.
8. The pray-er/chanter
He or she sits down, pulls out the bhajan book or the prayer beads and closes eyes. A good way to survive the stress of the commute.
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9. The selfie specialist
Can’t stop clicking, in the compartment, by the door, by the window, and even on the escalators.
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10. The tourist
This group comes from small town and is usually an extended family. The head of the family will hold forth on the wonders of the Metro, while the women listen attentively and the children stay with their noses glued to the window.
The metro commute does promise to be a socially charged one, don’t you think?!
