A heartwarming story shared by an Indian-origin software professional has captured massive attention online after he posted a video of his parents taking their very first flight. The journey marked the couple’s first time leaving their village in Telangana and travelling all the way to the United Kingdom to visit their son.
Sanjeeva Reddy Thalla, a tech specialist based in the UK, uploaded the video on Instagram, capturing the emotional moments when his parents stepped onto an airplane for the first time. In his caption, he explained that this was not only their first flight but also their first experience travelling beyond their home state and even wearing shoes.
The video begins with a glimpse of his parents sitting in the fields of their village, then transitions to their warm reunion with Thalla, his wife, and their daughter in Britain. The journey reminded him of his own humble childhood in Telangana, where he wore patched trousers and carried schoolbooks in a bag made from a fertilizer sack.
“Now, they are here, in my home,” he wrote, emphasizing that the moment was not about showcasing success. He noted that his mother still uses her thumbprint as a signature and his father signs only in basic Telugu. For him, the real achievement was the ability to bring his parents across continents.
The post quickly went viral, drawing thousands of responses from users who praised him for fulfilling a dream many children share — giving their parents experiences they never imagined possible. Many commented that the video symbolized the aspirations of families who rise from modest beginnings.
In recent years, migration from states like Telangana to the UK has increased, especially due to opportunities in the tech industry. With over 1.7 million people of Indian origin now living in Britain, the community has become a key part of the country’s workforce and digital economy.
Thalla later shared a message thanking everyone for the overwhelming support. He said he felt privileged to create a moment where his parents could finally rest, enjoy life, and spend time with their granddaughter after years of hard work. He described the reunion as his way of repaying their sacrifices—something that resonated deeply with viewers.
