At public places, it’s sadly common to see people spitting, especially those consuming gutka, often without concern for hygiene and cleanliness. To tackle this issue, a Mumbai Metro station has introduced an interesting solution. A social media user recently shared a video showing a “spit box” installed at the station. Scroll down to know more!
Viral Video Shows Spit Box At Mumbai Metro Station
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Social media user Aditya Sathe (@aditya.sathe) recently shared a video that grabbed a lot of attention online. He posted it with the caption, “We didn’t fix the habit, we built a machine for it.” The clip shows a unique spit box placed at a Mumbai Metro station, kept beside dustbins for better hygiene and cleanliness.
The spit box comes with instructions calling it the “world’s first defined place to spit.” It also encourages people to be responsible and have a “spit here” sign. Users can place their hand on the box, which opens for use. It’s an interesting idea for cleanliness!
Internet Reacts To The Viral Video
This video showing a spit box at a Mumbai Metro station has gone viral online, with netizens sharing mixed reactions.
A user commented, “Write it in Bhojpuri; they don’t know English.”
Another reaction read, “It’s like banging your head against a stone when you try to change people and their habits.”
One netizen wrote, “They would still spit outside; stains would still come on the walls.”
Appreciating the idea, a user said, “At least an initiative is taken, bro.”
Another comment added, “Spittoons are still a thing in Europe though; I wonder why it’s demonised in India?”
What are your thoughts on this? Tell us in the comments below!
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Cover Image Courtesy: Instagram/ @aditya.sathe
FAQs
Is there a spit box at Mumbai Metro station?
A viral video claims there is a spit box at a Mumbai Metro station for spitting.
How to use spit box at Mumbai Metro station?
To use spit box, place your hand on the sensor to open and use it responsibly at the Mumbai Metro station.
Where is touchless spit box installed in India?
The touchless spit box is installed at Mumbai Metro station.