Elephant Sticker Sparks Online Debate
A photo showing an elephant sticker with a tag saying “extreme heavy” on a coffin being transported on a flight caught social media users’ eyes, becoming a major topic of discussion online. The image, shared on X (formerly Twitter) by a user named Hirav, led to a debate over the handling of cargo by IndiGo airlines.
Controversial Cargo Transportation
Hirav, in his caption, pointed out the use of the “extreme heavy” sticker on the coffin, meant for the cargo shipment of human remains, urging a more respectful approach. The video of the shipment was shared by an agency on Instagram, showcasing the process from Delhi to Patna.
The internet community was split, with some users criticizing the labeling as a breach of privacy, while others defended it as a necessary safety measure for handling heavy cargo. IndiGo responded, stating that such symbols are essential for conveying handling requirements to laborers efficiently.
Discussions continued online with users debating the significance of the elephant icon and the need for reconsideration in labeling practices for transporting human remains. IndiGo assured a review of their internal procedures in response to the feedback.
Overall, the incident has raised awareness about the sensitivity and respect required in handling cargo, especially when it pertains to the remembrance of a departed individual.
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Might sound silly but @IndiGo6E, for Human Remain cargo shipment. You might want to change the “Extreme Heavy” sticker with an elephant on it.
Just for the respect of the one who has departed
This video has surfaced over Instagram by an agency involved in transporting human… pic.twitter.com/ekgYA1TMPh
— Hirav (@hiravaero) October 5, 2025
