Software engineer earning Rs 30 lakh per year says he prefers train travel over flights, here's why

A software developer, earning Rs 30 lakh annually, chooses train travel over flights, citing a deeply personal reason rooted in his early career struggles. This decision has captured public attention, shared by X user Chirag Deshmukh, who detailed the encounter in a viral social media post.

While traveling by train, Chirag Deshmukh met a software developer who works for a prominent company and earns over Rs 30 lakh per annum. Curious about the developer's choice of transportation, Deshmukh asked, "With that kind of money, why aren't you flying instead of taking the train?"

A Story of Gratitude

The developer responded with a story that highlighted the significant impact of a chance meeting during a train journey in his past. He shared, "After college, I had no job and was struggling. One day, while travelling by train, I met a person whose elder brother helped me get a referral that landed me my first job. Since then, I decided to always travel by train—unless it's an emergency."

Public Reactions

The post has gone viral, sparking a wide range of reactions from people who shared similar experiences and views on train travel. One user commented, "Ya, train travel is more fun and interactive. You have more freedom, you can move around and be free. I have had amazing conversations with complete strangers in train. Which is not the case in airports, people are busy doing their things."

Another user reflected on the developer's choice, saying, "If the idea is to stay grounded and live a simple life with gratitude, it is good. I have had seniors who, despite being entitled to business class air travel, have taken train or overnight sleeper coach journeys. But it is entirely a personal choice. Living a simple life."