How a Mumbai auto driver earns Rs 5–8 lakh a month without even driving: ‘Sir, mera roz ka hai'

Outside the US Consulate in Mumbai, an unassuming autorickshaw driver has turned a visa applicant’s headache into a goldmine, earning between Rs 5 to Rs 8 lakh a month without even driving his auto. His secret? A simple, street-smart solution to a problem thousands face daily: where to safely store bags banned from the consulate premises.

The story, shared by Lenskart’s Product Leader Rahul Rupani in a viral LinkedIn post, highlights an entrepreneurial masterclass in spotting and solving a hyper-specific pain point. “I was outside the US Consulate this week for my visa appointment when security told me I couldn’t carry my bag inside. No lockers. No suggestions,” Rupani wrote. As he stood bewildered, an auto driver waved him over, offering: “Sir, bag de do. Safe rakhunga, mera roz ka hai. Rs 1,000 charge hai.” (Sir, give me the bag. I’ll keep it safe. I do this daily. Just Rs 1,000.)

At first glance, the fee might seem steep. But for visa applicants risking missed slots or crucial interviews, it’s a small price for peace of mind. The driver, Rupani revealed, serves 20–30 customers daily, raking in Rs 20,000–Rs 30,000 a day rivaling the salaries of senior corporate professionals.