Asking the Indian army for a lift.

Hitchhiking in India can be very easy when done right. I’ve never had a problem finding a lift and the people are very friendly. However there are still precautions and measures to take to ensure convenience and safety. Watch along as I give my advice. I’ll also encounter a dangerous situation that seriously scared the shit out of me.
Thanks to the people of India ❤️
Enjoy,
Mike x
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[@mikeokay]

Hi everyone. Thanks for the continued support on my content. It really means a lot reading all of your beautiful comments. I will 100% be back in India in September for good and will be exploring Indias deepest regions, speaking to locals and sharing their stories. Stay Tuned. - Mike Okay x P.S If anyone can help me find Dorjai, the guy who picked me up and gave me the energy drink and we sang songs together, I want him to see the video. I never got his contact details. x

[@sanatani_yogi]

Hope you gave good tip to those gentle truck drivers who even shared their meal with you...?

[@mrfighter00]

I think Army personal tried to say, they were heading towards Nyoma which is protected area due to nearer Chinese border. (where foreigners & we too need permit to visit.) If you had said you needed lift till Upshi then they should be fine. Usually army give lift in my experience very often - and especially for sure at times where and when chances to get help from others is less..

[@theadventurekeralite3229]

HABEEBI COME TO KERALA❤️

[@NOOBNEET]

Bring me more videos man

[@Paper_Trader]

About the Shrine foot thing. Your feet weren't on the shrine, in Hinduism, we don't point at deities, foot or finger pointing.

[@sathya226]

What an absolutely beautiful country with amazing people! Lovely roads on top of Himalayas too... Lots of love from Taiwan 🇹🇼

[@mikeokay]

Wow thanks for watching all the way from Taiwan!!! ❤️❤️

[@pdeka1991]

India Taiwan Bhai Bhai

[@nightmist7977]

@@pdeka1991 rishteradi karna jaruri ha Kaya sabse

[@aneeshbalakrishnan6851]

❤️

[@rameshdehran8996]

​@@nightmist7977 Dushman ka dushman apna dost hota h bro

[@nvneet4]

Hope you are good and safe dear Mike. We are the people who gave you lift (from Pragya NGO) # 1:04

[@optimistix7309]

Good job guys

[@shalinishukla7167]

Thanks for doing so

[@sohammanna7929]

Wishes for your future endeavours, Pragya!

[@deepakpetwal1229]

Good effort bro....🙌🏻

[@nvneet4]

@@shalinishukla7167 Thanks

[@007Sanoop]

Hi from Kerala..🙏 As an Indian from other corner of india, i never seen snow in my life.. incredibly diverse our india..

[@mikeokay]

That’s why I love it sooo much

[@vibhashsingh5841]

You must bro 👍

[@whocares3132]

stay in there dont come in north India with your woke and communist ideologies

[@qawsedrftg135]

I'm from Himachal and I'm just opposite of you , I've never seen Ocean or Beach 🏖!!!@

[@kaku994]

🤣🤣🤣

[@t.s.p1864]

Such big heart of those truck drivers they fed u. Indian trucking is the most difficult and these people deserve utmost respects from the countrymen. These road warriors are the one who keep our economy alive and robust. Jai hind and salute to all truck drivers of india. 🇮🇳🇮🇳🇮🇳

[@NitishKumar-007nk]

Yes 😁

[@himalayanmonk3350]

the truck driver and the conductor showed it doesn't matter how rich you are or poor , you should have a warm heart , share whatever you have to the needy , in this case our host , they shared ride , food and a good company . Atithi devo bhava ❤

[@mikeokay]

Yes, you are right. Well said

[@ankit7156]

3-4 years ago terrorist attacked army personnel bus and 40+ soldiers died Although its obvious that they will not allow public for lift They can help in other ways

[@mikeokay]

Totally understand that! Thanks for watching

[@kattarsanatani-Jaisriram]

They didn't died they gave supreme sacrifice for nation..

[@tirthadeepmukherjee2644]

@@kattarsanatani-Jaisriram Yes

[@goldeagle1976]

@@kattarsanatani-Jaisriram NO they gave supreme sacrifice NOT martyred. Martyred means dying for religion. Even our army doesn't use this term.

[@archishmansaha]

@@goldeagle1976 yes that is why we use the word Veergati

[@ASH9366]

What a hardcore extreme Journey 🏔🏞🗻 How diverse our country 🇮🇳

[@mikeokay]

Thanks for watching. Incredibly diverse country :)

[@Sudip-Acharjee]

@@mikeokay next come Rajasthan state in India for (Thar Desert) hitchhiking .

[@esparian4775]

@@mikeokay hey bruh why arent you posting any new videos

[@karko9229]

@@Sudip-Acharjee lol

[@ashunarwaria35]

@@mikeokay bro why aren’t you posting videos anymore?

[@sumitblogs15]

at 9:00 timeline ..I feel so happy that I am an Indian ......and most of us are very friendly,,Proud to be an Indian.....

[@mikeokay]

You should be very proud ❤️

[@Anonymous-8080]

​@@mikeokaysarcasm

[@amonglalcr9921]

Your Hindi is more fluent than mine ... It's always fun to watch your Videos ... The way you present the positivity in going through all the places is Remarkable.....

[@mikeokay]

That’s such a lovely comment!! Thanks so much for being so supportive Amongla ❤️

[@jackkire3176]

Edu koa rooooo

[@carloskissoondhan9641]

Wow. Indians are very nice people. Good luck. 🙏🏾

[@mikeokay]

Very nice!! Where are you from??

[@swamii09]

Kohinoor dedo bhaiya 😂😂

[@pandit_101]

​@@swamii09 right

[@prajwalsoni4900]

@@swamii09 😂😂

[@sanjsham9564]

​@@swamii09😂😂😂

[@NM_1803]

4:54.. there are certain protocols for Army because of security threats.

[@kashyapsinha5564]

Oh my gosh, that was scary. It made me realise and appreciate the extremely harsh conditions indian army operates in to secure our borders. I am from Haryana close to delhi but never seen snow and such terrain in my life. There's so much to see in my own country.

[@arvindshastry1178]

Our Indian Soldiers fought and won the war of Kargil and most of the battle were fought at hill tops which were like 15000 to 18000 feet above the ground. Our Indian Army is one of strongest and bravest army in the entire world.

[@sampritidas685]

We don't appreciate our country enough. Yes, we are strong, resilient people. But, comparisons might bring our morale down. We forget that sometimes.. and sit and compare ourselves with others ... Look at that country and this continent and blabla. We are strong ; we have wisdom in our roots -- the Upanishads and other such great texts and wise beings who have experientially realized the truth time and again.

[@NeerajKumar-is2oh]

M b haryana se hu

[@mosawwirshahh3086]

Long live Pakistan Army

[@NeerajKumar-is2oh]

@@mosawwirshahh3086 teri ma..ki chut salle Pakistan k 4.tukde krenge hum

[@bharattanwar5047]

When i see vlogs like that my love for my country and my countryman increases a lot.

[@mikeokay]

That’s great thanks for watching!!

[@Mr_Big369]

It's your positive vibes that gets you positive responses

[@mikeokay]

❤️

[@patriot4786]

Military people have an important duty to do, they already have a huge responsibility of their own, and now if you are with them and some enemy attack their convoy, and something bad happen to you also, it will become a serious issue, especially for the commander who gave permission

[@samuelkape5054]

Keep going mate, it's wonderful how you get along so well everywhere you go.

[@mikeokay]

Thats a wicked comment to read. Thanks bro 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@brandonpinto5290]

Are(were) you Ben Carson On galaxy chat app?

[@nitinthakur6569]

Lmao that "bhaiya bhaiya bhaiya"got me😭😭😂😂

[@mikeokay]

😂😂😂

[@SagarRawat-bt3ig]

Isske gote muh me aagye the 😂😂😂

[@zackcarl7861]

He sat in the infamous kidnapping van 🗿 very smart

[@mikeokay]

Oops lol

[@boringslush458]

@Zack carl Bro stop spoiling the reputation of our country!

[@zackcarl7861]

@@boringslush458 it's a joke and everyone knows it , don't be so sensitive 🙂 " If you own a Omni yourself then , i am sorry"

[@disturbio7009]

@@boringslush458 first create image to be spoiled

[@ashishnegi9602]

Exactly what I told the other hitchhikers. Locals do not know that word. Even I didn't know that word. Use the word - "lift" and thumb pointing to the direction you are going as a signal you need a lift.

[@mikeokay]

Ayyyy great minds think alike 😉

[@prabuddhaghosh7022]

@@mikeokay Isnt lift the English word and hitch-hike the American word? I would think an Englishman would be more familiar with lift than hitchhike?

[@bumblebee7287]

I myself could have never done it. The sheer guts to do this is huge! And I am an Indian myself 💀

[@mindawakening3873]

You are exactly like my mate Gav! Your videos brings me back all those good memories from UK.

[@mikeokay]

Gav 😂 most English name. Aw I’m glad man! Thanks for the support!!!

[@Graphical_Gurujii]

As an Indian, i can proudly say, it is rare to find such hospitality and support of local people anywhere else apart from India, they were always eager to help u

[@ceoofracism5713]

can't disagree more, nowadays hospitality in India is only limited to hilly areas and some rural areas of plain India. And bruh just go to Afghanistan, Iran, Kurdistan they will treat you like their own people

[@adarsh6064]

Come to kerala bro

[@Krlmax]

​@@ceoofracism5713you re absolutely wrong ,hospiatlity in india is on next level,they towed my broken bike ,paid for it when i lost my money ,gave me some money and food during my tour .Hands down to indian people❤❤❤❤

[@ceoofracism5713]

@@Krlmax "said by an indian"

[@Krlmax]

@@ceoofracism5713 wish i could be😍

[@user-lk8me8vv4s]

9:03 these are the special movement in life you will remember this forever , you would have never though you would be eating in a truck

[@mikeokay]

I know right. Such a cool experience ❤️

[@gametabulas]

Not gonna lie, I am an India who lives in central India (place where not even earthquakes come) and when i visited Himachal and did a tour to masoori i guess I had to take the mountain road and I was scared af. Those were some of the most dangerous roads. Kudos to our brothers in transport, army, medical staff, etc who have to travel on mountain roads all the time for the people. It's very dangerous.

[@stilxfound3813]

Madhya Pradesh?

[@ayushwalia9490]

I am from Palampur (HP) 😊

[@HighAltitudeEnjoyer]

@@ayushwalia9490 i am also from palampur..

[@ayushwalia9490]

@@HighAltitudeEnjoyer kidhar ghar aapke

[@eye1158]

Ohh you are an India... Metoo

[@abeo83]

Intersting story and amazing scenery! I hope you enjoy wherever you are and keep making great videos Mike!

[@mikeokay]

THANKS VIET!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@amitgarg66photography]

Bro, I love your vlogging style.. you are very cool..your select phrases of Hindi are just perfect for connecting with the locals. I did a similar thing in 1992 ..I was travelling back to Manali from Leh on a local bus.. We reached Rohtang pass and I suddenly had no ride. I had no issues hitching a ride with a lori (truck) driver from Rohtang Pass to Manali...Those were some of the best times of my life!

[@mikeokay]

Hey dude! What an awesome comment to wake up and read. Love hearing travel stories from other people and I’m so glad I sparked some nostalgia in your own life. Thanks for the support 😁😁

[@rishabhsharma1241]

himachal is full of thrills, i'm glad you went to HP, idk why people think "India means only Delhi, Mumbai, UP, etc... I mean there's entire north east and south india too & Ladakh. I love to see Himalayan mountains whenever i go to my village in Dharamshala

[@vijaygupta6753]

Your observation and experience for lift in India is much real. Hope you will safe your journey ahead in India.

[@siddharthmishra8031]

9:36 The radio song matches the situation..."One who has no stories" and a crashed truck 😂😂

[@Gaddibaaz]

At 4:16 you are damm right......Positive energy breaks language barriers

[@anuranduttachowdhury3754]

I travelled 10 states of North India hitchhiking back in 2016 and I'd say India is a pretty safe country for hitchhiking. It was tremendously fun for me I hope you are enjoying as well. Best wishes man !

[@nzthou5660]

Truly enjoy your vlog Amazing scenery. From Kohima Nagaland.

[@mikeokay]

Thanks so much!!

[@elitegamer8008]

you can get very different beautiful scenery in every state of India that is the best part of our country ain't it

[@manurvabhah]

@@elitegamer8008 it's same many countries.

[@elitegamer8008]

@@manurvabhah only in some select countries with either 1) Large land areas like US and China 2) or countries like India which have perfect size and location to get different flora and fauna and different wheather in 4 different corners of our country. Like west have desert while east have perfect sceneries of forest while north have very beautiful glaciers you can get a perfect hot and humid wheather in south and if you want a good mixture of all those you can come to central India. With 3 ocean covering from sides and highest moutain ranges covering the top and rivers flowing across all the country to give fertile land you can't ask for any perfect geography than this.

[@hills.boy.kamlesh11]

Love Indian Army🔰❤🙌

[@thepriestofvaranasi]

Man you're super underrated. Hopefully your wholesome content gets more attention. I subbed you!!

[@pyndapnk9466]

Love watching your content all the way from Northeast India🇮🇳 Meghalaya

[@mikeokay]

YES thank you my friend xx

[@pyndapnk9466]

Mostly welcomes

[@TheMercurymonster]

Nicely Done vlog Mikey. Love from Kerala, India.

[@mikeokay]

Thanks bro! Can’t wait to be in Kerala later this year ❤️

[@pulphead]

Even though I am a native Ladakhi, I still have not explored the region and I could not imagine how to navigate through it and you changed states just like that, with happy..positive vibes! So so cool and what a heartwarming vlog. Keep going! 🤍🌊

[@Anonymo13]

I watched your video for the first time and has been deeply impressed by the way you have been engaging with the common people on the street. It's amazing! I am an Indian basically and have been living in Canada for many years . I can assure you that you would hardly find such friendly and cooperative people at other places! Keep exploring incredible India!🇨🇦🇮🇳

[@oldmonk_]

This is the first time am watching this video and honestly I've never subscribed to any vlogger but your content is truly amazing. Your unique experience with the travels is just refreshing to watch. You are amazing. I would love to see more from you. Definitely subscribed to your amazing channel.

[@mikeokay]

Hi Monk. Sorry for the late reply. This was seriously such a nice comment to read i had to send it to my friends and family. Its opinions like this that give me this enormous drive to keep filming my adventures. Ill be back later in the year with more content. I hope to hear from you again then. Thanks so much for your support! - Mike Okay x

[@tushardas9825]

It's Just Amezing my Brother. You proved that Courage and an open mind to explore gives such a different meaning to life 🙏

[@anubhavsolankey]

Damn, man is getting experiences which some of us won’t even think of! Have fun out there mate!

[@mikeokay]

Thanks my brother ❤️❤️

[@bhomsingh9]

Indians are really heartwarming in nature and they warmly welcome their guests to other nations around the world.

[@jjustlucky_5402]

Indian peoples are so lovely ♥️ Proud to be Indian🇮🇳

[@homeless007]

I like the hitchhiker culture you put in mate

[@mikeokay]

Thanks so much mate ❤️

[@singh3854]

India 1947 : British go back India 2023 : British welcome welcome

[@RANdom-ge2ur]

People from ladakh are really kind and generous...lots of love to them❤❤ Infact most of the lndians are of a helping nature and i love it❤

[@Krlmax]

8:15 bruhh the mountains looks like they are in heaven❤❤❤❤

[@Titanclash64]

Love this vlog of urs mike, u definitely give happy and positive vibes, more power to u brother, u have a new subscriber.

[@gagutaba0628]

Lots of respect for this og man

[@mikeokay]

Respect to you brother ❤️

[@fuelarjun]

Ya absolutely, this is rock 'n roll

[@prajwalupadhyay133]

best bonus tip is "always plan your hitchhiking according to the seasons that are currently going on there". a smart and planned guy never goes in snow region especially in trucks

[@mikeokay]

Very true!

[@fuelarjun]

Man, you just showed me something that I'd probably never have the chance of doing, been to Ladakh many times but seeing it from a truck through you, will follow your journey, good luck

[@mikeokay]

Hey Arjun. Was awesome waking up and reading your comments this morning. I really appreciate the support bro! I’m taking a break back in the UK for a few months but I’ll be back later in the year with more adventures. Keep supporting and stay in touch! Mike 🤜🏻🤛🏻

[@fuelarjun]

@@mikeokay very nice to read your comment too, rest well and looking forward to your genuine experiences here - Arjun Kamath 🤝

[@VirtualTech]

damn what a charming and happy man. Hope you are doing great and hope you are safe. Love from India

[@achila6]

Do visit Kaza in Himachal little similar to Leh yet another amazing land not to miss when in India .

[@mikeokay]

I went to Kaza 3 years ago! I loved it 😍

[@Mikey14742]

9:59 tell me that does not look heavenly!! Oh my god astonishingly beautiful

[@soobash]

Epic ! Liked the pictures around Leh. It is not a good idea to be be on the mountain road when the conditions are icy, wet and slippery. The first time I visited the Rohtang pass was from Manali in summer about 15 years back. I took a local government minibus tour of the pass from Manali. I was shocked how the driver was nonchalantly driving up the winding road with sheer cliffs on one side. Even then there were stretches of the road where the asphalt has been washed away by heavy rains. The next time I went to the region I just flew from Delhi to Leh :)

[@janmjaysingh2719]

This guy always make feel good and positive.💞😘

[@mukeshkoirala4195]

Well done Mike.. Looks like it was one unforgettable memory of your life... Wish you a blessed life..

[@mgr001]

Mike - no surprise you are so well received... you are so very respectful.

[@vdyt1234]

Best of luck Mike. Welcome to BHARAT ( INDIA )

[@GopalsutharRj07]

I think... truck drivers are most happy people even with hardworking job ! ❤️ I THANK THEM 🙏

[@mikeokay]

Yes they are!

[@CREATIVEABHISHEK6]

Hey brother don't feel bad about army guys not giving you lift. They need to follow certain protocols in J&K we have hostile neighborhoods in east and west side of J &K.😊

[@yourdailydose6065]

Bro, come visit Nagaland, in northeast India. You will see how diverse our country is! The people here are very welcoming, friendly and amazing as well!

[@mikeokay]

Hey bro. I made 2 videos in Nagaland. You can find them on my channel 👍

[@yourdailydose6065]

@@mikeokay Okay! Thanks for visiting

[@omtoolika]

Came across this channel...i am from Himalayan mountains of Uttrakhand, extensively travelled Kashmir,ladakh, presently living in Canada. It is amazing to see this video..all memories came back! U r amazing with local people ❤🥰loving your series! ❤🥰

[@GREAT-INDIAN-TRAVELLER]

Hi,mike found you by luck and was delighted that you were in jammu my hometown . You have became one my fav traveler youtuber ,better than overated famous travelers. and i hope you are doing ok ,havnt uploaded since month...IM carving for more youtube videos,mate

[@mikeokay]

Hello mate. This was such a great message to read. You made my day. Thanks so much. I’m taking a bit of a break because I need to be at home and save up some money. I will 100% be back towards the end of next year and I’ll be back for a long time. Keep in touch! ❤️

[@pokarsaranjat3941]

I'm indian but people are not giving me lift 🤣🤣 but you are genius ☺️

[@DM-zb8hw]

Depends. In such mountain regions, you usually get a lift. A person asking for lift in city doesn't make sense so no one will stop.

[@pokarsaranjat3941]

@@DM-zb8hw bhai thodi Hindi bolde mene te es Bhai ke liye tuti bhuti english boli thi😂

[@Cloudburst7044]

@@pokarsaranjat3941 🤣🤣🤣🤣 sahi kaha

[@DM-zb8hw]

@@pokarsaranjat3941 Maine likha ki bhai jagah pe depend karta hai ki lift milegi ya nahi. Jaise Delhi ki road pe koi life kyu dega. Par aise regions me connectivity Kam hoti hai, koi public transport nahi hota asani se. Isliye logo ka beech me fasna aur lift maanga logical hai. Aur isliye log rok dete hai

[@komalfartyal4447]

One thing that i adore about u mike is that u adust urself according to the surrounding without disrespecting anyone..... Ur so humble nd nice... Loved ur video and i am subscribing u now❤

[@anuj_bhandare]

I could never imagine how hitchhiking from Leh to Manali would look like. I could sense the terror in your eyes and voice when you were speaking about the road and I've sensed it too. I know the feeling. Much love from India.

[@SankhaMoulik]

Everyone who helps tourist and keeps our nation name high, earns my respect ❤

[@sakshamtiwarii]

Bro got so much guts he literally asked for lift from an army vehicle and here I'm introvert lazy ass.

[@mikeokay]

Hahaha you not lazy bro 😎 thanks for watching

[@sachinpanwar8649]

man got no trust issues with random drivers.. and thats good thats how our india is

[@mohitsawant956]

Great video mate... just happen to run into your channel today looking forward of seeing more vlogs of India cheers

[@trendivision2599]

This guy got 5k subscribers Within 2 days

[@Graphical_Gurujii]

1:43 man don't know what omni does in Bollywood and serieals 😅😂😂

[@kiranpokuri1905]

Great video bro, I don't think I will get to see all those beautiful places as I am ailing but I saw them through your video. Thank you.

[@vishalaadith2657]

Nice content mate! Loved every bit of it..... You earned a subscriber... Cheers:)

[@devendersuhag6968]

Fun fact, the Tata truck earlier u was on , also the owner of land rover Jaguar of ur country 🙂🙂

[@mikeokay]

Very cool!!

[@siddharthchaudhary5338]

That's a great video loved it. I hope you loved India and the beautiful Himalayas

[@serenitymusic1906]

what a good heart mate and guts of you to even do that

[@AnimeSnips_]

4:47 actually I don't think if they would give lift to anyone because we have many friendly neighbours.

[@Rahul-0019]

Are bhai 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@sosanglkr2552]

Bro! Why no more videos???? Anxiously waiting here... From NAGALAND!😀💪💪💪

[@mikeokay]

Hello my brother!! I will be back for GOOD with many many regular videos next year. Keep supporting ❤️❤️ thank you!!

[@RajeevKumar-mu9wb]

I love the number plate on our Army trucks...............preceded by and arrow pointing up................Head held high skywards............That officer politely refused awesome.......

[@rajahooda9033]

Those 90s Hindi songs in Truck and those big mountains🔥🔥

[@rapidmindaxom8781]

LOVE FROM INDIA 🔥🔥 THAT WAS THE RULES OF INDIAN ARMY, DON'T BE HATE.... ✋

[@003somnath]

You can ride with Army in India but only if you got some serious trouble.. They even share food medicines and all if you really need them

[@Vishal_pandit803]

Wow amazing video thanku dude ♥️ & thnx to Yt for recommending this video ❤

[@rajatjha6787]

Hope Mike bhaiya gets a wonderful experience in our lovely country ❤️❤️love from Kolkata

[@wangsa6004]

First from nagaland

[@wangsa6004]

@Roman ( ৰমেন ) yeah

[@LuffyPoooH]

Salute to all the backpackers ...they surely got very high positive vibes..great respect

[@ashutoshbhardwaj7514]

Am happy to see you safe

[@mikeokay]

Thanks brooooo

[@KOnagaGaming]

I love the way you say Hindi,,ur acting like cool as u know everything and confidence ,, lots of love from nagaland Dimapur

[@aryanraj5173]

This guy is awfully underrated😔

[@tiwariabhinay868]

Soo cool looking mountain it's really very good,,, love ur vlog

[@mikeokay]

Thanks so much for watching 🥰

[@avishkumar8231]

Give positive energy, receive positive energy, that's how it works

[@ladalychild4834]

Happy journey in India brother

[@Imrankashmirlahore92]

Mate, m impressed by ur Hitch Hike skills.

[@mikeokay]

Thank you brother ❤️❤️

[@ashunarwaria35]

@@mikeokay why aren’t you posting videos anymore?

[@RahulYadav-kq6no]

Keep it up bro and enjoy in India ❣️😄

[@mikeokay]

Thank you, I will

[@harshubhaiya269]

Oo Mike thanks for visiting my country u are such a nice man. Thanks bro

[@somraj6624]

The way you tell things is awesome 👍. For me, you are the best vlogger.

[@mikeokay]

Thank you so much 😀

[@dawnwarrior5747]

Very real and good content

[@mikeokay]

That’s so much ❤️ that means a lot