We've all heard the saying, "Don't judge a book by its cover." But back in 2022, a farmer from Karnataka lived this lesson in the most dramatic way possible, teaching a salesman a moment he would never forget.
Kempegowda R.L., a farmer from Ramanapalya village, had a plan. He went with his friends to a Mahindra car showroom in Tumakuru with a clear goal: to buy a new Bolero pick-up for his work.
But instead of a friendly greeting, he was met with doubt. A salesman, looking at Kempegowda’s simple clothes, decided he wasn't a real customer. The interaction turned sour quickly. The salesman didn't just ask him to leave; he added a cruel jab, suggesting the farmer probably didn't even have ten rupees in his pocket.
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Feeling insulted and angry, Kempegowda argued back. How could he be judged just by his appearance? He and his friends were serious buyers.
In the heat of the moment, a challenge was thrown down. Kempegowda told the salesman that they would return within an hour with enough cash to buy the vehicle right then and there. He dared the showroom to deliver the car the same day if they brought the money.
The salesman, likely thinking it was an empty threat, agreed. He probably thought it was too late in the day to get so much cash from a bank. He watched them leave, likely believing he had seen the last of them.
Thirty minutes later, the showroom doors opened again. It was Kempegowda and his friends. But this time, they weren't empty-handed. They were carrying a suitcase. They opened it right there, placing Rs. 10 lakh in cash on the table.
The salesman was left speechless. The farmer had proven him completely wrong.
Now, it was the showroom's turn to struggle. They couldn't make an immediate delivery, and the next two days were holidays. An argument broke out, with Kempegowda insisting on taking the car he had just paid for. The situation became so tense that the police had to be called to settle the matter.
The salesman was forced to write an apology. But for Kempegowda, the damage was done. The disrespect ruined the excitement of buying a new vehicle. He decided he no longer wanted the SUV.
But that wasn't the end. Videos of the event spread online, capturing the nation's attention. People were outraged, and the news eventually reached the very top—Anand Mahindra, the Chairman of the Mahindra Group.
The company took notice. They issued an official statement apologizing to Kempegowda for his poor treatment and confirmed they had taken action to resolve the issue.
In a heartwarming turn of events, the company made good on its promise. They not only apologized but also ensured that Kempegowda finally received the vehicle. They thanked him for his choice and officially welcomed him into the Mahindra family.
This story became more than just a viral video. It became a powerful lesson in respect and a reminder that a mistake, when corrected with sincerity, can still lead to a happy ending.
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