A video claiming that an Agra Metro train was used for a Haldi ceremony has gone viral, sparking a banter online over public transport etiquette.
The clip shows a decorated metro coach, with claims that it was transformed into a venue for a pre-wedding celebration. The video, which humorously compared Delhi Metro’s crowds to Agra Metro’s alleged wedding functions, quickly gained traction online.
Many viewers questioned whether metro authorities had officially permitted such an event. Some found the idea amusing, while others raised concerns about the proper use of public transport. The Uttar Pradesh Metro Rail Corporation (UPMRC) itself had to intervene.
They clarifyied that the event was not a Haldi ceremony but a private Basant Panchami celebration. Officials emphasized that wedding functions are strictly prohibited inside metro coaches.
Further investigation into UPMRC’s official Instagram page revealed images from the event, showing attendees in festive attire with flowers, balloons, and kites. While the controversy has been settled, it has drawn attention to the evolving use of public transport spaces.
Much to the surprise of many, the Agra Metro has now begun advertising event reservations for occasions like birthdays, pre-wedding photoshoots, and family gatherings.
The discussion continues online, with some appreciating the idea of celebratory spaces in urban transport, while others remain skeptical about such transformations. The changing landscape of public transit in modern cities is making people question, as the prospect still remains very out of the box for now.
