Delhi’s Civic Chaos: Flyover Ad Sparks Online Outrage

Delhi can be quite a challenge for newcomers. For those unfamiliar with the city’s culture, it can feel overwhelming, especially when witnessing the antics of its residents. A recent example is a viral photo on Reddit showing a poster advertising Ramleela and Dussehra celebrations plastered on a flyover signboard in Pitampura. The poster was created by a local committee, and notably, a doctor involved in the event listed his services—like physiotherapy and chiropractic care—on it, which drew even more attention online.

The reactions were swift, with many users expressing frustration over how advertisements and posters clutter public spaces, often obscuring important information. Some pointed out this incident as indicative of a larger issue—what they termed a “lack of civic sense” among many people.

In the comments, one Redditor shared a humorous anecdote about his dad’s car, saying, “They put a sticker on the back, and now we can’t remove it without ruining the paint.” Another user joked, “They could have left off the first letter; then I could’ve played ‘guess the flyover’ while stuck in traffic.”

A third commenter added, “This is just one instance. We use roads for jagrans, blast loud music during wedding processions, and have various encroachments. The list goes on.”