Cow waits patiently for traffic light to turn green in Pune, viral video surprises people
A video of a cow waiting beside a car and a bike for a traffic signal to turn green has created chatter among social media users.
Pune Police took to Instagram to share a video showing an unusual sight at a traffic stop. The footage captures a very patient cow seemingly waiting for a red traffic light to turn green. The police department used this now-viral video to promote road safety.

“Attention ‘Guys’. Don't moo-ve forward on a red light!” reads the caption posted along with the video. Though short, the footage has already created chatter among social media users. It is also being reshared across varied social media platforms.
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The video opens to show an unassuming scene of a traffic stop in Pune. However, when the camera pans towards a particular section of the road, the cow comes into the picture. The creature is seen standing beside a biker and a car at the traffic light, waiting patiently for the signal to change.
Take a look at the entire viral video here:
The video, since being shared a few hours ago, has collected close to 11,000 views. The share has further accumulated more than 700 likes. People reacted to the video with questions and humour.
What do you think social media users wrote about this video of the cow?
“This is cute and awesome, but why is there a cow on the road? Isn't it a safety hazard?” asked an Instagram user. Another joined in and posted, “Cows shouldn’t be on the streets.
A few also reacted to the video with hilarity, like this individual, who commented, “And she didn't even moo.” A fourth wrote, “A cow follows rules but not Punekar.”
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Pune Police often shares viral videos on their Instagram handle. The department adds its own twists to those videos and uses them as mediums to spread awareness about various issues.
What are your thoughts on this video of a cow which is seemingly following traffic rules in Pune? Did the video leave you amused?
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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