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‘True success looks like this’: Son and daughter take father on first Vande Bharat ride, internet reacts

A father’s first Vande Bharat train journey has won hearts online as his son and daughter give him a memorable travel experience. 

Published on: Jul 23, 2026, 13:46:14 IST
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A video capturing a father’s first Vande Bharat train journey has left the internet emotional. The clip shows a son and daughter giving their father a memorable travel experience, highlighting the love and care children have for their parents.

Father experiences Vande Bharat ride for the first time. (Instagram/@bhukkhad_musafir)
Father experiences Vande Bharat ride for the first time. (Instagram/@bhukkhad_musafir)

The post was shared by Instagram page Bhukkhad Musafir with the caption, “Papa experiencing Vande Bharat Ride.” In the video, a woman can be seen walking on the railway platform and helping her father board the Vande Bharat train.

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After entering the train, the elderly man comfortably sits on the chair and is seen smiling while enjoying the journey. The family then clicks a selfie together, with the father, son and daughter sharing a happy moment.

The text written on the video highlights the father’s years of sacrifice and the son’s wish to provide him with the comfort he always deserved. It reads, “ 5 rickshaw ke paise bachane ke liye paidal jaaya karte the papa apne office. Aaj mauka mila hai toh wahi 5 extra kharch karke koshish karta hoon ki papa ko woh comfort de paaoon jo unhone kabhi jaana hi nahi, zimmedariyon ke bojh mein.”

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Internet reacts

The emotional video quickly went viral, with many social media users sharing heartfelt reactions. Several people spoke about the struggles of their parents’ generation and appreciated the family for giving the father a memorable experience.

One user commented, “Seriously, hamari parents wali generation ne bahut struggle kiya hai. They deserve this kind of trips. God bless uncle ji.”

Another wrote, “One day, it will be a trip by aeroplane.”

A third user said, “He is so active at this age. Love and blessings to him.”

Many users also shared their thoughts on what true success means. One comment read, “This is what true success looks like: being able to give your parents the comfort and peace they never allowed themselves because they were too busy fulfilling their responsibilities.”

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Another person added, “Because of their struggle, we are living so comfortably. Stay happy and blessed.”

The video also moved many viewers emotionally. One user wrote, “Literally, eyes are tearing after watching this video.”

Another commented, “Aap naseeb wale hain, aapko ye khidmat ka mauka mila.”

A social media user also sent blessings to the family, writing, “Bhaiya, nazar na lage. Khoob khush raho bachcho.”

  • Vaishali Kapila
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    Vaishali Kapila

    Vaishali Kapila is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times Digital, where she covers internet culture, viral social media moments, human interest stories and workplace trends. She believes the best stories often come from ordinary experiences and everyday conversations. Through her stories, she aims to help readers understand not just what is trending, but why it matters. Born and brought up in Chandigarh and now based in Delhi, Vaishali has over five years of experience in digital journalism. Before joining Hindustan Times, she worked as a Sub Editor at NDTV, where she specialised in food and travel writing. Over the years, she has written and edited stories on recipes, nutrition, restaurants, destinations and travel trends, while building expertise in digital storytelling, search-driven journalism and audience-focused content. Today, her work spans a wide range of topics, including consumer issues, lifestyle, workplace trends and stories that reflect everyday life. She enjoys finding fresh angles, speaking with people and adding the context that helps readers make sense of a story. Vaishali holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from Lady Shri Ram College for Women, University of Delhi, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Journalism with a specialisation in New Media from the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai. When she is not working, Vaishali enjoys exploring new places, trying local food and documenting her experiences through a food Instagram page she runs with her husband. She also enjoys watching documentaries, learning about space and science, and exploring stories about different cultures and people.Read More

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