Amravati auto-driver wins hearts with fluent English and big dreams

Auto driver (@kon_bhushan1222)'If you know English, you can go to London, Paris, America'. These are the words going viral on social media these days. Also a perfect example of the fact that sometimes, the most memorable lessons come from the most unexpected people. A video from 2024 has resurfaced showing an auto-rickshaw driver from Amravati, Maharashtra, speaking fluent English.In a world where English is often judged with formal education and corporate offices, this elderly auto driver's brilliant English and confidence have caught the internet's attention. The man is not just showing off his language skills but also encouraging others to learn the language.The viral videoThe video shows the driver in conversation with a young man while a passenger sits inside his auto-rickshaw. His confidence is contagious. He clearly explains why learning English matters and is important.The video was shared by Instagram user Bhushan Pohane (@kon_bhushan1222), who admitted that he was taken by surprise by the driver's fluency.He captioned the video:“Even I was stunned and stuttered a bit , while speaking to him to my surprise, seeing his fluency in English”.'If you know English, you can go to London, Paris, America'The conversation begins with the driver making it clear that he has something important to say. In a confident voice, he tells the young man,"What I am telling you, listen to me very carefully. If you know English, you can go to London, Paris, America. If you don't know English, you cannot go there."He then goes on to explain why English is useful when travelling abroad. Giving the example of visiting a hotel in London, he says that someone who knows English can comfortably ask a waiter for a glass of water and communicate their needs. However, if the same request is made in Marathi, the waiter might not understand.He further says, "That is why I am telling you, you learn English, you talk in English. It is an international language".Who is the auto driver everyone is talking about?Interestingly, the man appears to be more than just someone who knows how to speak English. Many residents of Amravati affectionately call him as 'Yadav Chacha'.One commenter shared that the driver's auto-rickshaw had been parked outside their house for years and that they had known him for a long time.The person described him as a hardworking, kind, friendly and fun-loving gentleman who had experienced considerable struggles in life. They also mentioned that he regularly greeted people in English, from good morning to good evening.Social media is in love with Yadav ChachaIndian auto (Canva)As expected, the internet had plenty to say about the elderly man's impressive communication skills.Several users praised his English, with one commenting that the driver's language skills were better than theirs despite having spent 16 years in formal education. Another compared the way he spoke to former Indian President and renowned scientist Dr APJ Abdul Kalam.Others appreciated his cheerful personality and beautiful smile. One viewer even expressed hope that the video would reach the right people and help the gentleman receive the recognition he deserved.