From truck driver to YouTube sensation: The journey of Rajesh Rawani
New Delhi: Rajesh Rawani, a seasoned truck driver from Jamtara, Jharkhand, has recently risen to fame as a YouTube sensation, amassing over 1.86 million subscribers. With 25 years of experience navigating India’s highways, Rawani’s unique content, blending his trucking expertise with a passion for cooking, has captivated a large online audience.
Rawani’s newfound success on YouTube has not only earned him popularity but also significantly boosted his income. In a conversation with podcast host Siddharth Kannan, he revealed that his YouTube earnings range between Rs 4 lakh and Rs 5 lakh per month, with peak months reaching up to Rs 10 lakh. This is a substantial increase compared to his truck driving income of Rs 25,000 to Rs 30,000 per month. His success has also allowed him to construct a new home, a significant milestone in his life.
Despite facing challenges, including a severe accident that left him with a hand injury, Rawani continued working to provide for his family and complete his house. He credits his family, particularly his children, for managing the YouTube channel alongside their trucking business. His viral success began with a video featuring a voiceover, which led to viewer requests for a face reveal. A video showing Rawani’s face quickly garnered 4.5 lakh views in a single day.
Born and raised in a modest environment in Jharkhand, where his father was also a driver, Rawani’s journey from financial struggles to YouTube stardom is a testament to his determination and resilience.
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Mangaluru’s Karavali Utsava is back; Cultural, beach events lined up, here’s the complete schedule
Mangaluru: This year’s Karavali Utsava will commence on December 20, with a wide range of cultural, adventure, and tourism-focused programs planned across Mangaluru and other parts of the Dakshina Kannada district, Deputy Commissioner Darshan H.V. said.
He was speaking while presiding over a Karavali Utsava preparedness review meeting held at the District Commissioner’s office.
The main event will be held at the Karavali Utsava grounds in the city. In an effort to promote beach tourism, special programs will be organised at six beaches across the district, which include Panambur, Ullal, Someshwara, Sasihitlu, Tannirbhavi, and the Blue Flag Beach.
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Outlining the schedule, the Deputy Commissioner said adventure sports will be held at Sasihitlu Beach, while a wine, cheese, and cake festival will take place at the Tannirbhavi Blue Flag Beach.
A music festival and triathlon are planned at Tannirbhavi Beach. Football, volleyball and other sports events will be organised at Ullal Beach, cultural programs at Panambur Beach, and a music evening and yoga program at Someshwara Beach.
In addition, food festivals featuring a variety of local and regional cuisines will be held at all beaches. The Kala Parba program and a flower and floriculture exhibition will be organised at Kadri Park, while a film festival is also planned in Mangaluru city.
A football tournament will be held at Nehru Maidan on December 27 and 28, and special programs will be organised at Pilikula Nisargadhama. To attract tourists, helicopter joyrides have also been arranged, the Deputy Commissioner said.
The review meeting was attended by Zilla Panchayat Chief Executive Officer Narvade Vinayak Karbari, Mangaluru Deputy Divisional Officer Meenakshi Arya, Deputy Commissioner of Police Mithun H.N., Deputy Conservator of Forests Antony Mariappa, and other officials.
