17-year-old son surprises mother by paying off her ₹12 lakh debt, heartwarming video wins internet
A 17-year-old son surprised his mother by paying off her debt and promising to cover her bills. The emotional video has gone viral, winning praise from users.
A heartwarming video of a 17-year-old surprising his mother by paying off her 10,000-pound (approximately ₹12 lakh) debt has left the internet emotional. The clip, shared on Instagram by Aman Duggal, shows the teenager expressing his love and gratitude to his mother before revealing the surprise he had planned for her.

In the video, Aman is heard telling his mother that he loves her and that this is something he has wanted to do for a while. Fighting nerves and emotion, he thanks her for everything she has done for him, calling her “the most special woman” in his life. He adds that he genuinely means it, even if he doesn’t say it often.
Overwhelmed, his mother responds, “I love you too but I don’t even know why I’m crying.” Aman then asks her to open her eyes and hands her the money, saying, “That’s for all your debts. And from now on, monthly, I’m able to cover all your bills. I promise.” The emotional mother breaks down in tears and hugs him tightly.
Sharing the video, Aman wrote, “My mum has given and done everything she can for me and I’m so happy and proud that I can finally take care of her. Words cannot explain this feeling, I visualized this moment so many times and it finally happened only a year after starting. I’m incredibly grateful and thank you God, my mum and also myself.”
Watch the video below:
HT.com has reached out to Aman Duggal. The article will be updated once a response is received.
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Social media reactions
The video has gone viral online, with many praising the teenager’s love and gratitude for his mother.
One user commented, “Respect to you bro, I lost my mom when I was just 7 years old. I’d do anything to be able to do something like this.”
Another wrote, “Legend! This video is awesome, thanks for sharing this moment.”
“Congrats bro, taking care of the person who took care of you when you couldn’t,” commented a third user.
ABOUT THE AUTHORBhavya SukhejaBhavya Sukheja is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over 6 years of experience in digital journalism. She specialises in covering stories that reflect everyday human experiences, with a focus on viral videos, social media trends, and human-interest features that inform readers while sparking meaningful conversations. She loves chasing page views and finding stories that tug at readers’ heartstrings. Known for her strong news sense, Bhavya has a keen ability to spot emerging trends and craft angles that transform viral moments into impactful narratives. Her coverage spans pop culture, entertainment, global affairs, and the internet’s most talked-about topics, helping readers better understand the context behind what is trending online. Before joining Hindustan Times, Bhavya worked with Republic World and NDTV, where she developed her skills in real-time reporting and digital storytelling. Working in fast-paced newsrooms helped her build an editorial approach that prioritises accuracy, clarity, and audience engagement. Bhavya is driven by a curiosity about how people communicate and connect in the digital age. She is particularly interested in stories that highlight cultural shifts, shared emotions, and the evolving nature of online conversations. When she is not tracking trends or producing stories, Bhavya enjoys unplugging and spending time with her cat.Read More

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