Bengaluru woman quits IT job to drive Rapido auto after father's death; says she now earns more

A former IT professional who now works as a Rapido auto driver in Bengaluru has drawn attention online after opening up about her decision to leave the corporate sector and choose a different career path.

The woman said she quit her IT job after her father passed away, as managing late-night shifts while also looking after her mother became increasingly difficult. She eventually decided to step away from the corporate world and start driving an auto, a job that gives her more flexibility and allows her to remain closer to home.

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Woman Shares Why She Left IT Career

Her story was brought to social media attention after digital content creator Tanvi interacted with her and shared a video of their conversation on Instagram.

The woman revealed that switching careers was not an easy decision, particularly as her family initially disagreed with her choice to become an auto driver. Despite the opposition, she decided to focus on her family's needs and choose a profession that suited her circumstances.

She also stressed that driving an auto should not be viewed as an inferior profession. According to her, she now earns more as an auto driver than she did during her IT career.

'How Can Someone Who Speaks English Drive An Auto?'

The woman said people are often surprised when they discover that she previously worked in the IT sector. She recalled that some people questioned how someone who speaks fluent English could be driving an auto.

Tanvi praised her decision to follow her own path rather than allow social expectations to influence her choices. In the caption accompanying the video, she wrote:

"But what will people say? She chose not to care. She chose freedom. She chose independence.She chose to take charge of her own life. A single daughter. A woman in a male-dominated field. A Bangalore girl who decided that her life doesn't need society's permission. And honestly? We LOVE to see women take the wheel. Because being brave isn't always about doing something extraordinary. Sometimes, it's simply having the courage to say: This is what I want. And I'm choosing it."

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Social Media Users Praise Her Decision

The video has received an encouraging response online, with several users praising the woman for prioritising her family and choosing a career that offers her greater independence and flexibility.

One user commented, "The way she said. Not to leave mom night alone .. oh man.. proud of you girl."

Another user wrote, "Proud of her. Thank youuuuuuu for sharing her inspiring journey."

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