Petrol pump offering that went viral
A Promise of Silver How a Petrol Pump Deal by a Rajasthan Man Went Viral
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Thrive Vision
10/2/20253 min read


In a time when promises tend to slip with the passage of time, one individual from Rajasthan showed that absolute devotion never disintegrates.
Here comes Mangilal Jaroli, a businessman whose strange donation to a temple made headlines in the country. Rather than making a donation of gold jewelry or money, he gave something no one had ever thought possible a silver petrol pump. And there is more to this unusual gift than meets the eye a story of faith, persistence, and a vow made close to seven decades ago.
The Vow That Initiated It All
Years ago, when Mangilal's family submitted an application to get a license to establish a petrol pump, the chances were bleak. In a small village of Rajasthan, such opportunities hardly came up, usually caught in red tape and bureaucracy.
It was then that Mangilal took a solemn promise at the Sanwalia Seth Temple, a sacred temple built in honor of Lord Krishna. He vowed that if his petrol pump application on behalf of his family was ever granted, he would in future gift a silver model of a petrol pump to the temple.
It must have seemed a pipe dream at the time. But Mangilal trusted in the strength of his religion and in honoring his commitment.
67 Years of Waiting
Few remember their promise after a couple of years, to say nothing of decades. But Mangilal's promise remained alive. He handed it down like an heirloom, and his family kept it alive with every triumph and setback.
At last, following a wait of 67 long years, the family's application was processed. The petrol pump license was issued. What might have been only another business milestone became something so much more: the fulfillment of a sacred promise.
The Silver Petrol Pump Offering
As promised, Mangilal made a silver replica of a petrol pump and brought it to the temple. Devotees and villagers stood in amazement while this peculiar offering was laid at the feet of the deity.
In a country where offerings are typically coconuts, sweets, or gold, a silver petrol pump became a symbol of something much stronger the victory of patience and the virtue of following through on one's promise.
Faith Meets Virality
What made this act remarkable wasn't the gift per se, but the back story. As soon as photos and videos of the donation hit the internet, the silver petrol pump became a viral sensation on social media. Individuals from all over India shared the tale, shocked by the extent of one man's faith.
Comments flooded in: some admired Mangilal for his undying faith, others appreciated his integrity in keeping a promise after 67 years. To many, it was a welcome reminder in today's fast-paced life where promises are so easily broken.
Why This Story Matters
Mangilal's act of devotion isn't about religion it's about values.
Patience: Waiting almost seven decades without giving up.
Integrity: Keeping a promise regardless of how much time it takes.
Faith: Having faith that dedication, along with persistence, would eventually reap its dividends.
A world where success is gauged in terms of money or prestige, this tale illustrates how a legacy can be formed through faith and devotion as well.
Final Thoughts
The silver petrol pump at Sanwalia Seth Temple will always stand out as a unique offering. But beyond its sparkle, it tells a tale that’s far richer about a man who never forgot his word.
Mangilal Jaroli’s act reminds us that promises, no matter how old, carry weight. And when kept, they inspire not just families, but entire generations.
Sometimes, faith is not about huge gestures it's about waiting, believing, and doing what you promised you would.
A promise kept after 67 years. A silver petrol pump that became a symbol. A story that proves devotion never expires.
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