The Perilous Pursuit of Viral Fame: Truck Driver Busted for Dangerous Expressway Stunt

You know, there’s a certain audaciousness that sometimes crops up on our roads, a kind of chilling disregard for safety, all for what seems to be a fleeting moment of online glory. Well, that played out rather dramatically recently on the brand-new Delhi-Mumbai Expressway, leading straight to an arrest in Nuh. We're talking about a truck driver who decided the multi-lane highway was his personal stage for a perilous stunt.

The scene? A rather large truck, unbelievably, being driven on just two wheels, leaning precariously as it hurtled down the expressway. It's a sight that would make any sensible driver gasp, truly. And, as these things often go these days, someone captured it on video. That footage, as you might expect, didn’t just stay on a phone; it swiftly went viral across various social media platforms, sparking outrage and, crucially, catching the keen eye of law enforcement.

This daring — and let's be honest, incredibly irresponsible — act led to the swift apprehension of the driver, identified as Abdul Wahid, a resident hailing from Alwar, Rajasthan. Nuh police confirmed his arrest this past Sunday. It seems his motivation, much like many others attempting dangerous feats these days, was a desperate grab for attention, for those coveted likes and shares that define so much of our digital interactions. The truck, too, has been seized by the authorities, a tangible consequence of his actions.

Now, let's talk about the legal ramifications, because the law, thankfully, isn't blind to such antics. Wahid has been booked under a string of serious charges: Section 279 of the Indian Penal Code for rash driving, Section 336 for endangering human life or the personal safety of others, and Section 184 of the Motor Vehicles Act for dangerous driving. But here’s the kicker, given the viral nature of the video: he’s also facing charges under Section 66 of the Information Technology Act, for the act of sharing such a dangerous display online. It’s a comprehensive approach that underscores the gravity of his stunt.

It's worth noting that this isn't an isolated incident, mind you. There's been a worrying trend of individuals, particularly on newly opened expressways, attempting dangerous stunts – be it on cars, bikes, or in this case, trucks – all to create "viral content." Authorities, especially across Haryana and Delhi, are understandably cracking down hard on these dangerous displays, recognizing the immense risk they pose not just to the stunt performers themselves, but to countless innocent motorists sharing the roads. It's a stark reminder that some lines simply shouldn't be crossed, no matter how tempting the allure of online fame might seem.