Punjab: Elderly Sikh man’s quiet act of 'sewa' at Barnala railway station winning hearts online | Watch
PTC Web Desk: A video circulating on social media has brought attention to a quiet moment of kindness at Barnala railway station in Punjab, where an elderly Sikh man is seen offering free food to passengers waiting on the platform.
While the exact date and time of the footage remain unclear, the clip was recently shared on X by a user named Jimmy. The visuals suggest it may have been recorded during the summer months.
In the video, the elderly man, wearing a blue turban, walks slowly along the platform carrying a tray of food. Without speaking much or seeking attention, he distributes food to passengers one by one, his actions marked by calmness and humility.
The post accompanying the video describes the gesture as an example of sewa—the Sikh principle of selfless service. It highlights that the man was serving food without any expectation of praise or recognition. The Hindi caption further noted that such acts are a reminder that compassion and humanity continue to exist in everyday life, often away from the public eye.
The video struck a chord with social media users soon after being shared. Many viewers praised the elderly man’s selfless act, calling it a true reflection of humanity, while others said it served as inspiration to help those in need whenever possible.
Since being posted online, the clip has garnered over 226,000 views along with hundreds of comments and shares, resonating with audiences for its portrayal of kindness carried out quietly and without display.
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पंजाब के बरनाला रेलवे स्टेशन पर एक भावुक कर देने वाला दृश्य सामने आया।
जहां एक बुज़ुर्ग सिख व्यक्ति रुकी हुई ट्रेन के पास यात्रियों को फ्री खान और पानी बांटते दिखे, बिना किसी प्रचार के की गई यह सेवा सिख धर्म की निस्वार्थ सेवा की परंपरा को दर्शाती है।
सोशल मीडिया पर यह वीडियो… pic.twitter.com/Hf3nje4NRE — JIMMY (@Jimmyy__02) January 2, 2026
- With inputs from agencies
