If youre dreaming of a trip to New York City to see the magnificent Statue of Liberty, you might want to reconsider and visit Punjab instead. In a surprising and quirky event, the people of Tarn Taran have constructed a replica of this iconic American symbol atop an under-construction building. This amusing local creation has captured the attention of many, as a viral video reveal.The viral video showcases the process of placing the Statue of Liberty replica on the roof of a building still under construction. The footage then zooms out to provide a broader view of the entire site, including a crane parked nearby. The video was shared on X (formerly Twitter) by user Alok Jain, who humorously noted, “Somewhere in Punjab the THIRD liberty statue is installed.”Social media reactionsThe video quickly gained traction on social media, amassing over 120,000 views. Social media users responded with humor and curiosity. One user joked, “Must be a water tank. You will find airplanes, SUVs, and what-not-shaped water tanks in Punjab.” Another quipped, “Ideally they should have built Niagara Falls so that Canada is not missed.” A third added, “Now people can visit this house to see the Statue of Liberty, no need to fly to New York.”Watch the video here:Some where in Punjab the THIRD liberty statue is installed.😂 pic.twitter.com/WZqrXpK9Jb— Alok Jain ⚡ (@WeekendInvestng) May 26, 2024Tradition of creative water tanksThis isnt the first time unique structures have appeared on rooftops in Punjab. Previously, photos and videos of creatively shaped water tanks have gone viral. From airplanes to animals like kangaroos and horses, the locals have showcased their imagination and craftsmanship.Cultural importance of rooftop installationsIn rural Punjab, its customary to place water tanks or decorative models in various shapes on rooftops. These shapes frequently represent the residents beliefs, wealth, interests, professions, and identities. Netizens mentioned that people often install water tanks or models shaped like footballs, religious symbols, vehicles, and more to showcase their beliefs, wealth, interests, professions, and identities. Lately, airplane models have gained popularity, symbolizing the success, newfound wealth, and elevated social status of Punjabis who have migrated abroad.
