Ladakh petrol pump worker juggles motherhood and work with baby strapped to her back

A video from Ladakh showed a petrol pump worker filling vehicles while carrying her baby on her back. The clip garnered praise for her resolve and sparked calls for practical support for such workers.Ladakh petrol pump worker juggles motherhood and work with baby strapped to her back (Photos: @priyankasmiles/Instagram)Ladakh,Oct 9, 2026 17:19 ISTA petrol pump worker in Ladakh was seen juggling motherhood and work as she filled vehicles with fuel while carrying her baby strapped to her back in a makeshift carrier.Instagram user Priyanka, who frequently shares videos from her road trips, posted the clip showing the woman going about her duties with her little one accompanying her throughout the workday.In the video, the woman was seen standing beside vehicles and filling their tanks while her baby rested securely against her back. As she served customers, she also chatted with them warmly, appearing comfortable as she balanced her responsibilities at work with caring for her child.Meanwhile, the baby seemed busy taking in the surroundings, looking around curiously as vehicles pulled up and his mother continued working. The little one quietly watched the activity around the petrol pump, seemingly content to stay close to her. Priyanka captioned the video, “People with a pure heart.”Watch the video here: The clip received appreciation from viewers, with some praising the woman’s determination to keep working while caring for her baby. One user also credited the petrol pump owner for allowing her to continue working alongside her child.Another described her as a hardworking mother and wished her well.Others pointed out that people filming such workers should also consider offering practical support.One user suggested that anyone recording the woman and her baby should at least tip her, emphasising the effort involved in managing both work and motherhood.- Ends