Undergarments were spotted hanging in Indian Railways in bizarre but predictable series of events that infuriated social media users.
Passengers sometimes fight for space on India’s crammed trains, making travel difficult. However, a recent picture that went viral has moved the discussion past congestion and into the area of common sense.
An image of a passenger in a general coach casually hanging clothing to dry on the utility rack above the berth was posted on Reddit with the caption, “Only in Indian Railways.” According to reports, the incident happened on the Bangalore–Jaipur Superfast Express (12975/12976) on August 15, 2025.
“Managed to have free washing service,” the uploader, who did not receive an AC coach, wrote as sardonic description for the picture.
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The image went viral on the internet and drew harsh criticism. Numerous users criticized the traveler for being rude and made other people’s journeys even more unpleasant. One person quipped, “Tell him you do not want to see his underwear on your side,” while another commented, “Oh my god, this is shocking.”
Some noted that this kind of behavior is indicative of a more serious problem. One comment stated, “Citizens everywhere struggle with civic awareness, yet this is something you see exclusively in India.”
Due to a passenger’s peculiar travel tip, Indian Railways has once again found itself in the news. In a widely shared film from the previous year, a guy was seen constructing a makeshift cot out of ropes between two cabins so that he could sit or lie down while traveling.
Social media users’ opinions to the video were mixed as it soon went viral. Some warned that such antics can be dangerous or annoying for other travelers, while others commended the passenger’s inventiveness and referred to it as a quintessential expression of Indian “jugaad.”
The film also rekindled discussions about the daily hardships of riding crowded trains, where finding a decent seat frequently seems like a luxury.
