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Retiring Kerala Bus Driver’s ‘One Last Kiss’ Farewell to His Bus Goes Viral
✍️ NDTV
🗓 04 Sep 2026, 09:18 PM
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A veteran bus driver in Kerala ended his career with a heartfelt kiss to his vehicle, a video of which quickly spread across social media platforms.
A seasoned bus driver in Kerala, who has been behind the wheel for several decades, chose a sentimental gesture to mark his retirement. In his final shift, he stepped out of the bus, leaned in and placed a gentle kiss on the vehicle’s windshield, a moment captured by a fellow passenger and uploaded online.
The clip, posted on popular video-sharing sites, resonated with viewers nationwide, amassing millions of views within days. Netizens praised the driver’s emotional bond with the bus, describing the act as a touching tribute to years of public service.
Transport officials and fellow drivers also weighed in, noting that such personal farewells, though rare, highlight the deep connections many operators develop with their routes and vehicles. The video continues to be shared across platforms, sparking discussions about respect for frontline workers.
The clip, posted on popular video-sharing sites, resonated with viewers nationwide, amassing millions of views within days. Netizens praised the driver’s emotional bond with the bus, describing the act as a touching tribute to years of public service.
Transport officials and fellow drivers also weighed in, noting that such personal farewells, though rare, highlight the deep connections many operators develop with their routes and vehicles. The video continues to be shared across platforms, sparking discussions about respect for frontline workers.