ISLAMABAD – Pakistanis have once again showcased their knack for innovation, with a recent viral video highlighting a group of bikers from Faisalabad using blankets to combat the freezing cold. This clever “Jugaad” approach has captured the attention of social media users worldwide.
In Pakistan, “Jugaad” refers to quick, low-cost, and temporary solutions made with available resources, often in response to everyday challenges. As the country faces a particularly harsh cold spell, many, especially those traveling on motorcycles, are finding it difficult to stay warm.
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A viral video making the rounds on social media shows three men bundled up in blankets, using them as a makeshift shield against the biting wind. The amusing yet effective method was filmed by passersby, with viewers online praising the bikers’ resourcefulness in dealing with the extreme cold without the usual protective gear.
According to weather forecasts, the chill is expected to continue through the first half of January, with moderate to dense fog in most parts of Punjab and upper Sindh.