In Hubballi-Dharwad, some people did something brave. They saw a government bus with a big pan masala ad. Pan masala is a product that can harm health. The group decided to remove the ad themselves. They did this at night. A photo was shared online, and many people praised them.
The bus had a large sticker showing pan masala. The group started peeling it off. They worked together until the ad was gone. One person wrote in Kannada, “The Vidyanagar police are afraid of me.” This showed they were not scared. They wanted to send a strong message to the public and the government.
Pan masala and tobacco ads are common in public places. They are seen on buses, bus stops, and walls. These ads can make young people think the products are safe or cool. But they are dangerous. Pan masala and tobacco can cause cancer and other serious health problems.
Public transport should promote health, not spitting & filth.
— ಸನಾತನ (𑀲𑀦𑀸𑀢𑀦) (@sanatan_kannada) January 18, 2026
Hats off to the citizen in Hubballi-Dharwad who removed pan masala ads from govt buses! 👏 @RLR_BTM ban tobacco/pan masala ads on buses & stands. @KSRTC_Journeys pic.twitter.com/TK91GyLuHT
By removing the ad, the group showed that citizens can protect health. They also showed that public places should not promote harmful habits. Many people on social media liked what the group did. They said it was brave and needed. Some asked the government to ban all pan masala and tobacco ads. Others said buses should only show clean and helpful messages.This event made people think. It showed that even small actions can make a big difference. The group’s action showed that rules are not being followed. If the government bans tobacco ads, they must make sure no one puts them on public vehicles.
Police and city workers should help citizens who want to keep the city clean. They should remove harmful ads and protect people’s health. This event is also a lesson for young people. It shows that doing the right thing is important. It shows that health matters more than money or ads. Young people should learn to say no to tobacco and pan masala. They should help others understand why these products are dangerous.
The group in Hubballi-Dharwad did something simple but powerful. They removed a harmful ad from a bus. They showed that people care about health and public spaces. Their action started a big talk online. People are now asking for cleaner cities and stronger rules. This is a good step toward a healthier future. We should all learn from this. If we see something wrong, we can speak up or take action. Together, we can make our cities better, cleaner, and safer for everyone.
