BENGALURU: A former IT professional in Bengaluru has switched from a corporate job to driving a Rapido auto after her father’s death, saying the move allows her to stay closer to her mother and gives her greater control over her time.Her story was shared online after digital content creator Tanvi spoke to her during an auto ride and posted their conversation on Instagram.
Why she left her IT job
The woman said she was working night shifts in the IT sector when her father passed away. With her mother at home, she found it difficult to balance the demands of her job with being available for her.She eventually decided to quit IT and take up auto driving with Rapido. She said her family initially opposed the decision, but she chose a career that suited her circumstances better.The woman also said driving an auto is not a lesser profession and claimed that she now earns more than she did in her IT job.
‘You speak good English and still drive an auto?’
Her previous career often comes as a surprise to passengers. She said some people question her choice after learning that she had worked in IT.One question she recalled hearing was: “You speak good English and still drive an auto?”The interaction highlighted the assumptions some passengers make about the people working as auto drivers.
Video draws praise online
Tanvi shared the conversation with a caption focusing on the woman’s decision to prioritise her family and make her own career choice.The woman, described as a single daughter, said her decision was driven by her circumstances rather than social expectations.The video has since drawn supportive comments from social media users, with several praising her for choosing work that gives her flexibility while allowing her to remain available for her mother.One user wrote that they were proud of her for not wanting to leave her mother alone at night. Another called her journey “inspiring”, while others praised her decision to choose independence on her own terms.
