'Aaj JCB Ka Test Tha': Nagaland Minister Shares Video Struggling To Get Out Of Muddy Pond

Nagaland’s Tourism and Higher Education Minister, Temjen Imna Along is known for his distinctive humour and engaging social media updates. With a habit of sharing both light-hearted moments and insightful advice, he once again captured the attention of his followers with a humorous video. The clip depicts him grappling to free himself from a shallow water body with the assistance of three individuals. Amidst the comedic struggle, Along cleverly inserts a vital piece of advice, urging viewers to prioritise checking a car’s NCAP (New Car Assessment Programs) rating before purchase, stressing on the importance of vehicle safety standards.

In his caption accompanying the post, Imna Along humorously wrote, “Aaj JCB ka Test tha! (Today was JCB’s test) Note: It’s all about NCAP Rating, Gadi Kharidney Se Pehley NCAP Rating Jarur Dekhe. Kyunki Yeh Aapke Jaan Ka Mamla Hain (Before buying a car, definitely check the NCAP rating. Because it is a matter of your life)!!”

Watch the video here:

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The video shows him struggling to come out of a shallow, muddy pond, as one person pushes him from behind while two others attempt to pull him out from the front. Despite the challenges posed by the wet mud, Along eventually emerges from the water, expressing gratitude to those who helped him.

He goes on to pull a chair and rest for a while after being rescued.

Since its posting, the clip has garnered significant traction, amassing almost 33,000 likes so far. The engagement extends beyond mere views, with users expressing admiration for Along’s relatable demeanor and down-to-earth persona.

In 2022, the Global New Car Assessment Programme (NCAP) introduced updated protocols to assess the safety standards of cars manufactured in India. Despite the existence of India’s own car testing program, Bharat NCAP, many vehicles on the market undergo testing through Global NCAP’s ‘Safest Cars For India’ initiative.

Getting back to his recently viral video, comments flooded in, praising him for his authenticity and warmth, with a user saying, “We need politicians like him in our country. Watching this video, not for a second will you feel he’s one of the biggest politicians in India. Instead, you’ll feel like a common man enjoying with his people. Such a down-to-earth leader he is Along Imna”.

“Looks like you need to do this more often,” said a follower while another viewer called him “the best” in the comments.

Moreover, Imna Along’s engagement extends beyond politics and safety advocacy. Last year, he shared a heartwarming gesture, gifting locally sourced organic produce to Bollywood actor Deepika Padukone’s parents, Prakash Padukone and Ujjala Padukone. This thoughtful gesture not only showcased his appreciation for Indian cinema but highlighted Nagaland’s unique local-agricultural offerings, further solidifying his connection with the people he serves.