NMMT Conductor Haridas Gaikwad retires Commuters bid heartfelt farewell
His Last Working Day
Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport conductor Haridas Manohar Gaikwad was given a farewell by regular commuters on his final working day. Passengers organised a celebration with a cake inside the bus, which coincided with his birthday. Gaekwad concludes 29 years of service and retires officially in November 2025.
TPG Krishnan Updated: Saturday, November 29, 2025, 12:55 PM IST
Regular commuters on Navi Mumbai Municipal Transport’s (NMMT) Route No. 116 were a witness to an emotional and heartwarming moment as they congregated to bid farewell to conductor who marked his final working day before retirement. |
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What originated as an ordinary bus ride on the Nerul–Ulwe–World Trade Centre route via MTHL turned into a memorable celebration for both Gaekwad and the passengers who had grown familiar with him over the years.
In a touching gesture, the passengers organised an impromptu farewell inside the bus. Coincidentally, the day also happened to be Gaikwad’s birthday, adding another layer of emotion to the farewell. Commuters brought a cake, which was cut mid-journey, turning the bus into a scene reminiscent of a small picnic group celebrating a milestone. Laughter, cheers, and applause filled the vehicle as Gaekwad, visibly moved, expressed his gratitude to everyone present.
For the passengers, the moment symbolised the bond they had built with someone who had served them with dedication. For Gaikwad, it was an emotional send-off marking the end of his 29-year-long service as an NMMT conductor. He officially retired on November 30, 2025, after attaining the age of superannuation at 58.
Elaborating over his future plans, Gaikwad s intends to settle in his native village near Pune and spend his post-retirement years in peace. Many passengers extended their best wishes for his new journey.
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