Viral Video: Maharashtra Student Paraglides To Reach Exam Center On Time

A video capturing a student from Maharashtra paragliding to his college has taken social media by storm. The student, running late for an exam, opted for this unusual method to bypass traffic. This incident occurred in the Satara district and has left viewers amazed at his creative solution.

Samarth Mahangade, hailing from Pasarani Village in Wai taluka, found himself in a predicament when he realised he was stuck in traffic with only minutes to spare before his exam. To avoid missing it, he chose to paraglide directly to his college. The video shows him soaring through the sky with his college bag, landing near the exam centre.

Paragliding Adventure

Reports indicate that Samarth was in Panchgani for personal reasons on the day of his exam. Anticipating heavy traffic on the Wai-Panchagani road, he decided on a more adventurous route. Govind Yewale and his team from GP Adventure in Panchgani facilitated the flight, ensuring a safe arrival near his destination.

The video was initially shared by an Instagram user named 'Insta_Satara'. It quickly gained traction online, with many users expressing their admiration for Samarth's quick thinking. Some even found humour in the situation, joking about this unique approach to reaching an exam on time.'

Social Media Reactions

Satara is renowned for its picturesque landscapes and is a favoured spot for paragliding enthusiasts. However, using it as a last-minute solution to reach an exam venue was unexpected. The viral video has sparked numerous comments and discussions among social media users.

"The creativity of students never ceases to amaze," one user commented. Another added, "This is what you call thinking outside the box!" The incident has certainly captured public attention and highlighted Samarth's resourcefulness under pressure.