Pune Man Trapped on Balcony at 3 AM: Is Blinkit the New 911?

New Delhi, january 07, 2026: In a world where quick-commerce apps promise everything from groceries to gadgets in ten minutes, a young man in Pune recently pushed the boundaries of “customer service.” In the early hours of January 5, 2026, a simple late-night chat on a balcony turned into a viral rescue mission, leading netizens to declare that “Blinkit is the new 911.”

The 3 AM Predicament

The incident began when Mihir Gahukar and his friend stepped out onto the balcony of his Pune home for some fresh air. In a classic stroke of bad luck, the balcony door accidentally clicked shut, locking them out.

The situation was delicate: it was 3:00 AM, and Mihir’s parents were soundly asleep inside. Waking them up wasn’t just an inconvenience—it was a recipe for a legendary Indian parenting lecture. Stranded and desperate to avoid a scolding, the duo realized they had their phones but no way to reach the door handle from the outside.

An “Out of the Box” Solution

Instead of calling the police or shouting for neighbors, the friends decided to place an order on Blinkit. When the delivery partner arrived at the building, Mihir called him with an unusual request:

“Bhaiya, we are stuck on the balcony. Please use the spare key, come inside quietly, and let us out.”

A viral video shared by Mihir on Instagram shows his friend calmly guiding the delivery agent over the phone. The instructions were surgical—where to find the key, how to turn the lock, and most importantly, how to walk softly to avoid waking the sleeping parents.

The Great Rescue

The video captures the surreal moment the Blinkit agent—wearing his signature delivery jacket—walks through the living room and reaches the balcony door. As the lock turns and the door opens, the two friends burst into a mix of relieved laughter and whispered cheers.

True to the spirit of hospitality, the delivery agent even took off his shoes before entering the house to maintain silence—a detail that earned him extra praise from thousands of viewers online.

Social Media Reacts

The video, captioned “Saal ka pehla kaand” (The first drama of the year), quickly amassed millions of views. The reactions ranged from amusement to awe:

• The “New 911”: Many users joked that quick-commerce apps are now more reliable than emergency services for domestic mishaps.
• The Parent Factor: One popular comment read, “Imagine the parents waking up and seeing a random delivery guy walking toward the balcony at 3 AM. That’s a heart attack right there!”
• Company Response: Even Blinkit’s official handle joined the fun, commenting, “This can only happen in Pune.”

The Takeaway

While the story ended in laughter and a “hero” tag for the delivery partner, it highlights the growing trust (and perhaps over-reliance) on gig workers in Indian urban life. Whether it’s a forgotten ingredient or a 3 AM rescue, it seems there’s nothing a delivery app can’t handle.