On July 19, 2026, a conversation between content creator Akash and an autorickshaw driver in Gurugram went viral on social media, revealing the driver’s surprising monthly earnings of ₹60,000. The driver, who previously worked as a supervisor in Gurugram earning ₹25,000 per month, made the switch to become an autorickshaw driver. Akash shared a video of their conversation on Instagram, captioning it: “Uneducated auto driver makes ₹45,000, making his kids go to school.” The driver has three children studying in his native village and claims to save nearly ₹45,000 after expenses. Akash, who usually commutes by cab, took an autorickshaw that day and struck up a conversation with the driver. The driver earns around ₹1,500-2,000 per day, working just eight hours, and saves nearly ₹40,000 after expenses. The video received widespread appreciation on social media, with users praising the driver’s determination to provide a better future for his children. One user commented on the driver’s hard work, while another noted his motivation stems from his kids. The driver’s story showcases the opportunities the gig economy is creating, with Akash concluding, “Stories like these deserve to be heard because they show the real opportunities the gig economy is creating.”
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📰 Source: Siasat Gulf