Social media is abuzz with footage of an extraordinary scene in Darbhanga, Bihar: a truck brimming with grapes tumbled into a river, inciting villagers to leap in and claim the floating treasure. The event near Singhwada’s Atarbel bridge has become an overnight sensation, blending mishap with mirth.
En route with tons of grapes, the truck abruptly lost traction, plunging over the bridge edge into the river below. The impact scattered the cargo widely, with clusters bobbing invitingly in the water—a sight too good to pass up for nearby locals.
Crowds poured in rapidly, waist-deep in water, using anything at hand to harvest the windfall. Lively scenes showed kids snacking mid-collection, women fording streams with loaded sacks, and groups collaborating on bigger piles. The riverbank resembled a bustling market, alive with chatter and the rustle of filled containers.
The truck’s occupants walked away with slight injuries, a relief amid the frenzy. Law enforcement worked to disband the assembly, but not before ample grapes made their way home. Salvage operations followed to extract the wreckage.
Beyond the entertainment value, the viral clip prompts thoughts on rural economics, rapid response needs, and the unpredictable nature of road travel in Bihar.