Arthur ZargaryanCEO, Parcel Tracker · Co-Founder @Parcel Tracker & Chairman @Atomik Growth

India will test you and reward you in the same breath

23 Apr 2026 · 0 min

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In this travel vlog segment, the host (Speaker A) reflects on the extreme danger of crossing streets in Mumbai, describing the reckless driving attitude as a stark contrast to the more cautious behavior observed in Bali, Vietnam, and Morocco. The speaker emphasizes that motorists in Mumbai appear indifferent to pedestrians' safety, creating a life‑threatening environment for travelers. Speaker B interjects with a brief, upbeat chant celebrating the experience, hinting at a mix of awe and exhilaration despite the hazards. The overall narrative underscores the testing nature of Indian traffic while also hinting at a rewarding, adrenaline‑filled travel experience.

I would say over all the countries I've visited, and I've traveled a lot, this is the place where really you can die crossing the road. They don't give a fuck. Like really. In Bali, they will stop. In Vietnam, they'll go around you. In Morocco, they'll be like, "Ah, I don't want to kill you, like it's going to be a bunch of problems, it's going to damage my car." Here, do not give a fuck. And that's the most I felt here. Like, it's Mumbai.
We put our hands up like the ceiling can't hold us. Like the ceiling can't hold us.