A cow in Pune, India, has become an internet sensation after a video of it waiting patiently at a red light went viral. The video, shared by the Pune Traffic Police on their social media, shows the cow standing beside a car and a motorbike at a traffic stop. The cow remains unfazed by the honking and the traffic around it, calmly waiting for the light to turn green before crossing the street.
The Pune Police used the humorous video to promote road safety. Their caption read, "Attention 'Guys'. Don't moo-ve forward on a red light!" The video has garnered significant attention, with netizens expressing amusement and surprise.
The video begins with a typical traffic stop scene in Pune. As the camera shifts to a specific area of the road, a cow appears in the frame. The animal is spotted standing next to a biker and a car at the traffic light, calmly waiting for the signal to change.
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The video posted a few hours ago, has already garnered nearly 23,000 views and over 1,000 likes. Viewers have responded with a mix of questions and humour. An Instagram user questioned, "This is cute and awesome, but why is there a cow on the road? Isn't it a safety hazard?" Another added, “Cows shouldn’t be on the streets.” Some found the video amusing, with one person commenting, “And she didn't even moo.” Another noted, “A cow follows rules but not Punekar.” A user wrote, “Four wheeler h isliye ruki hui h”
The video has also sparked discussions about stray cattle and the responsibility of their owners. While the cow's presence at a busy intersection is a unique situation, it highlights the issue of stray animals on Indian roads, which can pose a safety hazard for both drivers and the animals themselves.
The Pune Police frequently posts viral videos on their Instagram account, putting their own spin on them to raise awareness about different issues.
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