Overview
- Backpacker Ben posted an Instagram video describing an Indian Railways trip as awful after a man repeatedly placed his feet on Ben’s seat despite polite requests to stop.
- He also alleged that a passerby spat on his arm during the journey, saying the incident left him uncomfortable.
- The clip went viral over Nov. 23–24 and was picked up by India Today, Hindustan Times, and other outlets.
- Commenters were divided, with some criticizing the passengers’ conduct and others arguing the vlogger chose a crowded, lower-fare compartment.
- Several users pointed to alternatives such as AC coaches or premium services like Vande Bharat, and reports noted no official response from Indian Railways.