A video showing a passenger using a personal cooler inside a non-AC coach of an Indian Railways train has gone viral on social media, drawing mixed reactions.
The clip shows a man carrying a small air cooler into a general class compartment and positioning it near his seat so that the airflow is directed toward him. He is later seen lying comfortably as the cooler runs. Fellow passengers nearby appear amused by the unusual arrangement.
Man brings personal cooler inside train to beat the heat viral video sparks debate pic.twitter.com/MYgCE7FDmk
— Ghar Ke Kalesh (@gharkekalesh) February 21, 2026
According to social media posts, the incident occurred in a non-air-conditioned coach. With temperatures soaring during the summer, the passenger appeared to have arranged his own cooling solution. However, power outlets in train coaches are typically meant for charging mobile phones and laptops. Using them to operate high-power appliances such as a cooler could pose safety risks.
The video has sparked debate online. Some users described the act as “desi jugaad,” while others raised concerns about safety and inconvenience to fellow passengers. Several commenters reacted humorously, suggesting that others might next bring items such as fans or refrigerators on board.
The video, shared by an account named @gharkekalesh.
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