Introduction
In an amusing incident that has been making rounds in the news, a woman passenger travelling in an Indian Railways train not only bought her own ticket but also a ticket for her goat. This unusual act of honesty left the ticket examiner and fellow passengers in splits.
Traveling with Pets in Indian Railways
In Indian trains like MEMU, Passenger, Local, and Weekly, it is a common sight to see passengers carrying heavy luggage. Some even go as far as taking their pets or livestock along with them. However, it is a rare occurrence to see someone buying a ticket for their animal companion. This woman set an example of honesty by buying a ticket for her goat.
The Woman and Her Goat in a General Coach
This woman was traveling in the general coach of an Indian Railways train with her goat and another man. The goat was held in her hands throughout the journey. The Train Ticket Examiner (TTE) started checking the tickets of passengers who were standing in the general coach apart from those seated.
The TTE’s Amusing Encounter
As the TTE was checking the tickets, his eyes fell on a man, the woman, and the goat standing near the coach’s gate. He asked the woman holding the goat for her ticket. The man standing with the woman showed his ticket. The TTE, in a humorous tone, asked if she had not bought a ticket for the goat.
Surprise Ticket for the Goat
To the TTE’s surprise, the woman passenger had not only bought her own ticket but also a ticket for the goat accompanying her. The TTE saw that the woman had bought tickets for three passengers in total, including the man traveling with her, which meant she had indeed bought a ticket for the goat too.
The Honesty that Left Everyone in Splits
The woman’s honesty made the TTE burst into laughter. The innocent, sincere smile on the face of the goat’s caretaker left the ticket checker speechless. This unusual and amusing incident is a refreshing reminder of the honesty that still exists in the world. It also highlights the love and care some people have for their animals, treating them as equal, deserving of a proper ticket for a train ride.
