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A video posted by Instagram user Nikhil captures a serene moment from the backseat of the vehicle.<\/p>\n<p>In the widely shared clip, the driver appears calm and attentive as he skillfully maneuvers through the streets. A caption states, \u201cToday my auto wale bhaiya taught me something unexpected.\u201d The driver, likely in his late 50s or early 60s, continues to work long hours despite his age.<\/p>\n<p>Intrigued, the passenger inquired about the driver\u2019s motivation to keep working so diligently at this stage of his life. The driver explained that his employment had shifted from being a means of income to a way to fill his time. He shared insights about his personal life, revealing that he had been married for over three decades and has three daughters, each residing in different cities.<\/p>\n<p>For many years, his routine involved returning home late at night to a wife who would eagerly await his arrival, ready to inquire about his day and serve him dinner. 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