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US Vlogger’s Tearful India Farewell, ‘I Want an Aadhaar Card,’ Goes Viral

Coverage centers on a viral farewell video that media describe as user-generated and unverified.

Overview

  • The creator, who identifies as Gabhruji (Gabe), shared the Instagram clip during his final hours in India while riding on the back of a two-wheeler.
  • He says he has eight hours left and might start crying, recalling that he broke down when attempting a similar video earlier.
  • He expresses a wish for an Aadhaar card and praises everyday conveniences such as all-hours street food, household help, and quick motorcycle transport.
  • India Today reports he captioned the post “8 hours left in my favourite country” and tagged Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s official account.
  • The video drew warm reactions and broad pickup, with Mint framing it as part of a trend of emotional travel posts and Hindustan Times noting it has not been independently verified.