Shashi Tharoor shares how to maintain physical distance the ‘Kerala way’
“Wow social distancing is at its peak,” commented a Twitter user on Shashi Tharoor’s post.
Highlights
A shopkeeper came up with an innovative way to maintain physical distance
It impressed many, including Shashi Tharoor
People dropped varied comments on the post
Social distancing is the norm of the day that’ll help flatten the curve. It’s advised to maintain considerable physical distance in case someone is going out in emergency circumstances – like buying essential items or visiting a medical felicity. Turns out, a shopkeeper in Kerala came up with an innovative way to do that while dealing with customers. This ingenious ‘Kerala way’ of physical distancing has impressed many, including MP Shashi Tharoor.
“How to maintain physical distance between shopkeeper & customer while buying essential supplies -- the Kerala way!” wrote Tharoor and shared an image showing the shopkeeper’s technique.
Since being shared just a day ago, the post has garnered over 18,000 likes – and counting. It has also gathered close to 2,800 retweets. People simply loved the idea and they showed the same through their comments. “Distance is considerably good,” wrote a Twitter user.
“Very innovative,” commented another. “Necessity is the mother of invention Sir,” wrote a third. “Great!! We all need to think innovative way to ensure social distancing and at the same time keeping the show on!!” expressed a fourth.
Here’s what others tweeted:
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ABOUT THE AUTHORTrisha SenguptaTrisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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