The arrival of the monsoon in Mumbai has brought more than just rain. Videos of peacocks walking freely on Pedder Road have taken over social media, giving people a rare glimpse of the birds in one of the city’s busiest areas. The unexpected sight drew the attention of passersby, many of whom paused to watch before capturing the moment on their phones.The clips have since gone viral, with many calling it one of the most memorable moments of the season so far.
Viral videos catch everyone’s attention
One video shows a group of peacocks calmly walking along Pedder Road despite the busy surroundings. Another captures a peacock perched on a balcony railing, standing out against Mumbai’s skyline.
Social media reacts
The videos quickly sparked reactions online.One X user wrote, “Finally Finally, #Rains have hit #Mumbai and what a beautiful sight this morning..Scene at Mumbai’s Pedder Road and Grand Paradi at #Kemps corner.”Another user posted, “Peacocks were spotted roaming Mumbai’s busy Pedder Road after recent monsoon rains, delighting residents. Experts say the birds likely ventured from nearby Malabar Hill due to cooler weather. It is a rare, charming sight in the heart of the city.”Another commented, “Peacocks, in the middle of the city! Unseen … Unheard of!!! Beautiful, nevertheless!!!”
Users point to nearby green areas
Several users suggested that the birds may have come from the green spaces around Malabar Hill and Doongerwadi, also known as the Tower of Silence.One user wrote, “They come from the Tower of Silence and Godrej Baug, both maintained by the Parsi community, where these beauties live.”Others simply admired the moment.“Wow, man, true beauty,” one user wrote.Another commented, “Mumbai never fails to surprise. This is beautiful.”Disclaimer: This article is based on viral social media videos and user reactions. The Times of Indiahas not independently verified the authenticity of the videos or the claims made in online posts.Thumb image: X
