Graduate Auto Driver from Bengaluru Goes Viral
A graduate and auto driver from Bengaluru, Samuel Christy, has become a viral sensation after using a unique method to seek funding for his startup idea. On the back of his auto, Christy placed a poster inviting passengers to talk to him about his business venture and discuss potential investments. The poster reads: “Hi passenger, my name is Samuel Christy. I’m a graduate looking to raise funds for my startup business idea. If you are interested, please talk to me.”
The creative approach quickly caught the attention of social media users, with a photograph of the poster being shared on platforms like Reddit. The post was captioned, “Yet another Peak Bengaluru moment,” and it garnered a lot of support in the comments section, with many praising Christy’s entrepreneurial spirit. One user wrote, “I think it’s a great effort. Hope he is doing something good and hope he succeeds.”
While many celebrated Christy’s initiative, some took a critical view, particularly about the grammatical errors on the poster. However, one user defended him, saying, “Everybody who’s talking about the grammatical errors, I’m sure this man will achieve more than what you guys will ever achieve in life.” Another user commented, “We can help him start his entrepreneurial journey.”
Not everyone was convinced, however. Some users raised concerns, suggesting that Christy’s pitch might be a scam. One person shared an experience about an auto driver who had fraudulently used a JEE Advanced scorecard claiming it belonged to his son, but later got caught after a police complaint.
Despite the skepticism, Christy’s poster has sparked conversations about entrepreneurship and the innovative ways people are attempting to fund their ventures. Beyond Reddit, his initiative even caught attention on X (formerly Twitter), where users continued to debate and discuss his unique fundraising method.
Christy’s story reflects the resourcefulness and determination of individuals seeking opportunities, even in unconventional ways. His viral approach has led to a mix of admiration and caution, with many hoping that he succeeds in his entrepreneurial journey.
