Viral Video: Woman Measures 10-Foot Pothole in Bangalore, Sparks Outrage Over City Roads
A woman’s viral video showing a 10-foot pothole on Bangalore’s Varthur Main Road has reignited anger over the city’s crumbling roads and civic negligence.
The Video That Went Viral
An Instagram video by influencer Zeishah Amlani has gone viral for exposing the shocking condition of Bangalore’s roads. In the video, she claims to have found the “most dangerous road in the world,” comparing it to the treacherous Khardung La in Ladakh and Bolivia’s North Yungas Road.
The video was filmed on Varthur Main Road in Whitefield, a key route connecting to Sarjapur. Zeishah points out that thousands of commuters, including schoolchildren, are forced to travel this road every day despite its poor condition.
A 10-Foot Pothole in the Heart of the City
To demonstrate the severity of the problem, Zeishah uses a measuring tape to show that one of the potholes on the road is about 56 inches wide and 117 inches long, roughly 10 feet. She warns viewers that the situation worsens during the rainy season, especially since the road lacks proper streetlights.
The influencer also notes that the road is surrounded by growing gated communities and tech parks, yet infrastructure development has not kept pace with the area’s expansion.
A Plea for Change
In her video, Zeishah expresses concern for schoolchildren, delivery agents, and daily commuters who risk their lives every day. She urges citizens to tag government authorities and demand immediate repairs, calling for accountability from civic bodies.
Her closing message strikes a mix of frustration and sarcasm—suggesting that those who enjoy off-roading should try this stretch if they have a death wish.
Public Reaction
The video has triggered an outpouring of frustration online. Many residents shared their experiences, echoing her concerns about road safety. One commenter wrote, “It’s embarrassing that India’s Silicon Valley has such roads. Our leaders should feel ashamed.”
The viral post has reignited a familiar debate—why do India’s most developed cities still struggle with basic infrastructure? For now, Bangalore’s residents continue to wait for action while their roads keep making headlines.
