Kamal Ghorui
Norway’s Ambassador to India May-Elin Stener recently shared her experience of travelling on the Delhi Metro, describing it as an efficient and impressive way to get around the national capital. She took to the social media platform X and shared pictures from her journey, giving her fans an idea of her weekend commute in the city of Delhi. Her post gained traction, not just for the content, but also for the symbolism that she chose to travel by public transport. “Tried the Delhi Metro for the first time this weekend! Fast, clean and super-efficient. A fantastic way to get around in Delhi. Should have done this sooner! Will definitely use it again,” she wrote. Read more: “People talk about civic sense”: Viral video shows littered train coach; class 10 students on Manali trip reportedly responsible, sparks debate
Social media reactions pour in
The post has gained over 80k views, and people are appreciating her experience and perspective. Most people are echoing her comments, especially on how the metro provides a great contrast to the congested roads in the city. A commenter wrote that after dealing with traffic and pollution, the metro was like “a time machine – fast, comfortable and perfectly organised.” Another commenter thanked the ambassador for her story, saying that it was “refreshing” and “relatable.”
Symbolism of using public transport
Apart from appreciating the metro system, several users pointed to the broader message behind her choice. Others described it as a symbol of simplicity and ease of access, as they acknowledged that using public transport is one of the most efficient ways to get around a city like Delhi. “Good to see a person like Norway’s Ambassador using public transport. Truly exemplary,” one user wrote, as another user praised the potential impact that such actions can have on promoting shared transport services.Read more: Watch: Olive Ridley hatchlings were just seen at Puri beach—here’s why it matter
Metro earns fresh appreciation
The conversation also saw fresh appreciation for the Delhi Metro, which is arguably one of the most reliable transport networks in India. While Stener’s post may be simple, it has contributed to the growing debate on urban mobility in India, with a special emphasis on how public transport can provide efficiency and convenience in one of the most crowded places in the world.
