A lemon-crushing ritual went hilariously wrong in Delhi when a brand-new Mahindra Thar worth ₹27 lakh flew out of a showroom’s first floor.
Because nothing says “new car vibes” like accidentally converting your ₹27 lakh SUV into an aircraft.
Yes, while most of us would celebrate a new car with selfies, balloons, and maybe a ladoo, 29-year-old Maani Pawar had something more… impactful in mind. And thanks to her, we now have a story where lemon juice met gravity faster than logic.
The Ritual That Went Off-Road Indoors
In India, buying a new car is not just about horsepower, it’s about divine blessings. From coconut-breaking to lemon-squeezing, we believe in giving the gods their fair share of protection duty. And so, when Maani Pawar bought her shiny Mahindra Thar from a showroom in Delhi’s Nirman Vihar, she decided to stick with tradition.
The plan? Place a lemon under the tyre, roll over it gently, and let positivity (and lemon juice) flow before hitting the road.
The result? Instead of squeezing a lemon, she squeezed the accelerator. Hard.
From Blessings to Breaking News
What happened next looked straight out of a Fast & Furious blooper reel. The SUV, stationed on the showroom’s first floor, broke the glass façade, leapt like an action stunt, and landed upside down on the pavement.
Passengers on board? Maani herself and a showroom employee named Vikas.
Damage? A brand-new Thar turned turtle.
Blessings? Well, the lemon is still unaccounted for.
The Scene, as Witnessed
Onlookers gathered instantly, phones out, because in 2025, no calamity is complete without a viral video. Clips quickly showed the black Mahindra Thar upturned on the road, airbags deployed, and a crowd murmuring the collective Indian phrase: “Arre yeh kya ho gaya?”
Authorities later confirmed that while the crash was dramatic, nobody was seriously injured. Both occupants were treated at Malik Hospital and discharged after first aid. A case was logged, but no complaint was filed.
The Cultural Angle – Why Lemons?
If you’re wondering why people place lemons under tyres in the first place, here’s the scoop. In Indian culture, lemons are believed to ward off evil spirits and ensure safety on new journeys. Think of it as spiritual insurance—no paperwork, just citrus.
In fact, rituals like coconut breaking before inaugurating vehicles or properties are so common that they’re practically part of the auto industry. (You can even read more about the symbolism of lemons and coconuts in Indian rituals in The Hindu’s cultural archives).
The irony here? Instead of protecting her car from accidents, the lemon witnessed the accident of the year.
The Price of a Ritual Gone Wrong
Maani’s Thar was worth a cool ₹27 lakh. To put that in perspective:
- That’s about 27,000 lemons at ₹10 each.
- Or enough to fund a year’s worth of Uber rides without worrying about parking rituals.
- Or, if invested wisely, it could fetch decent returns in a mutual fund—far less bumpy than her showroom experience.
Lessons from the Thar Saga
While it’s easy to laugh (and yes, we are), there are takeaways from this citrus-flavored disaster:
- Rituals are fine, but so is neutral gear.
Always double-check the pedal before engaging in pooja rituals. - Showrooms on first floors deserve extra caution.
Who thought it was a good idea to place cars next to glass walls at that height? That’s less “display” and more “launch pad.” - Airbags do save lives.
Thankfully, modern cars like the Mahindra Thar are equipped with safety features that work when humans don’t.
Social Media Reacts (Because of Course They Did)
Within hours, memes started rolling in faster than the Thar.
- One showed lemons with seatbelts captioned: Safety first.
- Another joked: “Mahindra introduces Thar Airborne Edition.”
- And someone added, “When life gives you lemons, just don’t drive over them indoors.”
Even Anand Mahindra, known for his witty takes on customer stories, was tagged multiple times by netizens.
The Silver Lining
No lives lost. No pedestrians hurt. And a city’s WhatsApp groups got their week’s worth of entertainment.
In a way, Maani’s ritual worked. Her Thar did get divine protection—just not from scratches, dents, or gravity, but from something far more important: fatal consequences.
Ever witnessed a ritual-gone-wrong moment like this? Or maybe you’ve been part of a hilariously awkward pooja? Share your stories in the comments—because the internet can never have too many lemon-flavored accidents. 🍋🚙
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In the end, Maani did prove one thing—her Thar had wings, but unfortunately, they weren’t covered under warranty.
