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Time of India
27-06-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Rath Yatra 2025: Meet the engineer behind Lord Jagannath's chariot brakes
Every year, the grand Rath Yatra in Puri draws thousands of devotees. This year, the Rath Yatra falls on July 27, 2025, and the spiritual energy is already palpable in Puri. But few know the man working quietly behind the scenes, ensuring the towering chariots stop safely when needed. Aswin Kumar Mishra , a retired mechanical engineer from Jharsuguda, is the unsung hero behind the braking system of these divine juggernauts. It all started in 2007, when Aswin witnessed a near-miss as the massive chariots continued to roll forward even after the traditional wooden brakes were applied. Alarmed by the risk it posed to devotees, he decided to take matters into his own hands. By 2008, Aswin, along with fellow retired MCL employee Jaggu Benia and a dedicated team from Brajrajnagar, developed a new system to improve the chariot brakes. Their early attempts with ordinary rubber and nails failed. But they didn't give up. In 2010, success finally came with the use of specially designed big-headed steel nails and thick rubber sheets—crafted with layers of nylon, cotton, and rubber—secured to wooden logs that function as brake shoes. The materials are sourced from across the country: nails from Gujarat and rubber sheets tailored to withstand the immense weight and force of the rolling chariots. Installing the system takes nearly a full day per chariot. Yet, Aswin and his team never ask for payment. For them, it's pure seva—a humble offering to Lord Jagannath . by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like If you have a mouse, play this game for 1 minute Navy Quest Undo Aswin Kumar Mishra and his team is the one who came up with the current braking system in the Rath Yatra chariots. (Pic credit- TOI) The divine chariots roll again The Rath Yatra, observed on the second day of the Odia month of Ashadha Shukla Paksha, is the only time the sibling deities—Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra—emerge from the sanctum sanctorum of the temple. Descending the 22 holy steps of Baisi Pahacha, they are carried in a royal procession (Pahandi) through the Lion's Gate and onto the street.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- Health
- Time of India
'You might hate us, but Bangalore is slowly killing us': Couple leaves city citing poor air quality; watch video
Aswin and Aparna left Bengaluru after two years. They cited declining air quality as the reason. The couple experienced breathing problems and allergies. They believe Bengaluru's air is harming their health. Despite enjoying the city's atmosphere, they prioritized their well-being. They acknowledged the difficulty of leaving jobs and friends. The couple's decision highlights growing concerns about Bengaluru's pollution. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads 'Bangalore is slowly killing us': Couple shares why they're leaving the city Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Bengaluru's Air Quality Concerns Reactions After spending two years in Bengaluru, a couple, Aswin and Aparna, have chosen to leave the city—even though they cherish its vibrant atmosphere, pleasant weather, and warm people. The reason behind their move, they explained, is the worsening air quality, which they say has taken a toll on their and Aparna, both 27 and employed in corporate roles while also managing their own business, recently opened up about their decision to leave Bengaluru after living there for two a video that begins with the striking statement, 'You might hate us, but Bangalore is slowly killing us,' the couple candidly shared the reasons behind their move away from India's tech they expressed deep appreciation for the city's pleasant climate, vibrant energy, and friendly community, they said their health had begun to deteriorate over time.'We kept falling sick,' Aswin shared, explaining that he developed breathing problems and allergies. Aparna added, 'I'm someone who rarely catches a cold, but now I'm constantly coughing and sneezing.'Their experience highlights growing concerns over Bengaluru's air quality and its impact on residents' couple made efforts to improve their health by maintaining a nutritious diet and sticking to a regular exercise routine. However, they eventually came to the conclusion that the real culprit behind their persistent health issues was Bengaluru's deteriorating air quality.'People often say that Bangalore has clean air and amazing weather—but is that really true?' Aparna questioned in their video. The couple shared that in February, they checked the Air Quality Index (AQI) and were alarmed to find it had reached 297—placing the city in the 'very unhealthy' range, just a notch below the 'hazardous' category.'Namma Bengaluru is amazing. Even to start a business, it's the best place to be but we had to make this choice as soon as possible. Before the city could sink us in, we left Bangalore,' they explained.'Our job and our friends are here, but we have to put our health first,' they added.'Please leave, Bangalore was just fine before people started moving here for work and overcrowding the city,' wrote one This article is based on a user-generated post on Instagram. has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not vouch for their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of
Economic Times
22-06-2025
- Health
- Economic Times
'You might hate us, but Bangalore is slowly killing us': Couple leaves city citing poor air quality; watch video
Aswin and Aparna left Bengaluru after two years. They cited declining air quality as the reason. The couple experienced breathing problems and allergies. They believe Bengaluru's air is harming their health. Despite enjoying the city's atmosphere, they prioritized their well-being. They acknowledged the difficulty of leaving jobs and friends. The couple's decision highlights growing concerns about Bengaluru's pollution. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads 'Bangalore is slowly killing us': Couple shares why they're leaving the city Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Bengaluru's Air Quality Concerns Reactions After spending two years in Bengaluru, a couple, Aswin and Aparna, have chosen to leave the city—even though they cherish its vibrant atmosphere, pleasant weather, and warm people. The reason behind their move, they explained, is the worsening air quality, which they say has taken a toll on their and Aparna, both 27 and employed in corporate roles while also managing their own business, recently opened up about their decision to leave Bengaluru after living there for two a video that begins with the striking statement, 'You might hate us, but Bangalore is slowly killing us,' the couple candidly shared the reasons behind their move away from India's tech they expressed deep appreciation for the city's pleasant climate, vibrant energy, and friendly community, they said their health had begun to deteriorate over time.'We kept falling sick,' Aswin shared, explaining that he developed breathing problems and allergies. Aparna added, 'I'm someone who rarely catches a cold, but now I'm constantly coughing and sneezing.'Their experience highlights growing concerns over Bengaluru's air quality and its impact on residents' couple made efforts to improve their health by maintaining a nutritious diet and sticking to a regular exercise routine. However, they eventually came to the conclusion that the real culprit behind their persistent health issues was Bengaluru's deteriorating air quality.'People often say that Bangalore has clean air and amazing weather—but is that really true?' Aparna questioned in their video. The couple shared that in February, they checked the Air Quality Index (AQI) and were alarmed to find it had reached 297—placing the city in the 'very unhealthy' range, just a notch below the 'hazardous' category.'Namma Bengaluru is amazing. Even to start a business, it's the best place to be but we had to make this choice as soon as possible. Before the city could sink us in, we left Bangalore,' they explained.'Our job and our friends are here, but we have to put our health first,' they added.'Please leave, Bangalore was just fine before people started moving here for work and overcrowding the city,' wrote one This article is based on a user-generated post on Instagram. has not independently verified the claims made in the post and does not vouch for their accuracy. The views expressed are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the views of
India Today
22-06-2025
- Health
- India Today
Entrepreneur couple's 'Bengaluru is slowly killing us' video sparks debate
A couple who lived in Bengaluru for two years has decided to move out, blaming the city's deteriorating air quality for their declining health. They explained their decision in a now-viral video, which has since sparked debate online. Aswin and Aparna, both 27, working in the corporate sector and building their brand, recently posted the video on Instagram explaining why they were relocating from Bengaluru despite loving its weather, energy, and said they had no complaints about the vibe of the city, except for the one thing that kept making them sick: the air. In the now-viral video, the couple opened with a striking line: 'You might hate us, but Bangaluru is slowly killing us.'They explained that over time, they began falling ill frequently. 'I developed breathing issues and allergies,' said Aswin. 'And I, who doesn't even catch a cold, am always coughing and sneezing,' Aparna they made lifestyle changes, including switching to healthy food and regular workouts, their health issues didn't improve. That's when they began checking the city's Air Quality Index.'People say Bangalore has fresh air and great weather, but does it really?' Aparna February, the AQI reportedly hit 297, a level considered 'very unhealthy' and alarmingly close to 'hazardous'. For the couple, this was a wake-up Bengaluru is amazing. Even to start a business, it's the best place to be. But we had to make this choice as soon as possible. Before the city could sink us in, we left Bangalore,' they explained in the having their work and social circle rooted in Bengaluru, they said their health took the video here: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zindagified (@zindagified)The video, which has clocked nearly 1 million views so far, has sparked a debate. Several users supported the couple's arugument, but not everyone agreed with the couple's users accused them of contributing to the city's overpopulation before criticising it.'Thank you for leaving. Makes the air that much fresher for the rest of us,' wrote one user.'Please leave, Bangalore was just fine before people started moving here for work and overcrowding the city. Also, the part you're calling Bangalore isn't even Bangalore, it's an extention to accomodate the crowd over the years. Try exploring the actual Bangalore,' another user added. Others, however, came to the couple's defence.'As a Bangalorean, y'all in the comments section gotta stop taking this so personally, and instead try to make our city safer for everyone,' a user said, while another added,'Everyone hating on your post when they should be raising issues and holding the govt accountable is exactly what's wrong with our citizens. Hope you will feel better elsewhere.'advertisementSee the comments here: While their decision may have ruffled feathers, Aswin and Aparna's story resonated with several urban residents battling similar concerns, raising a larger question: when does love for a city stop being enough if it's hurting your health?Trending Reel
NDTV
22-06-2025
- Health
- NDTV
"Bangalore Is Killing Us": Entrepreneur Couple Leaves City, Blames Pollution In Viral Video
An entrepreneur couple living in Bengaluru for two years has decided to leave the southern Indian city owing to the worsening air quality that has taken a toll on their health. In a viral Instagram video, the couple opened up about the factors leading to the decision, which invited mixed responses from social media users. "You might hate use but Bangalore is slowly killing us and no one sees it coming," the couple, identifying themselves as 27-year-olds "working in corporate", prefaced the video. The couple, Aswin and Aparna, said they were running a business in the city, but the pollution, despite many people swearing by the city's weather, had troubled their health. "People say Bangalore has fresh air and great weather, but does it really?" Aparna questioned in the video, adding that in February, the Air Quality Index (AQI) showed a shocking figure of 297, which is categorised as "very unhealthy", bordering on "hazardous." "If we had known this sooner, we might've left Bangalore earlier. We loved the vibe. The people. The food. But we didn't know what we were breathing every day," the couple said. "Namma Bengaluru is amazing. Even to start a business, it's the best place to be but we had to make this choice as soon as possible. Before the city could sink us in, we left Bangalore." View this post on Instagram A post shared by Zindagified (@zindagified) Also Read | Top AI Models Blackmail, Leak Secrets When Facing Existential Crisis: Study Social media reacts As of the last update, the video had received thousands of likes and nearly one million views. A section of users, particularly the locals, slammed the couple for the video, while others shared their sentiment. "Thank you for speaking the facing the same problem as yours, combined with terrible headaches...I moved out of that place after 3 really happy and healthy," said one user, while another added: "Actually Bengalurians are very happy with your decision. Please inspire more people." A third commented: "People are only hating on you but what you're saying is 100 per cent right." "We should all own the city and fight for better air & infrastructure, rather than fighting over north & south divide!" a fourth said.
