Fake Parent Services Emerge on Social Media

A Bengaluru college student has sparked a viral phenomenon by seeking a "fake parent" to attend a parent-teacher meeting on their behalf, offering Rs 15,000 in compensation. The unusual request was posted on a popular social media platform, attracting a mix of laughter, curiosity, and playful offers from users across the globe.

Key Details

• The student, who wishes to remain anonymous, is seeking a "fake dad or mom" to attend the meeting on their behalf.
• The ideal candidate should be 40 years of age or above and fluent in English.
• The student's boyfriend has agreed to pay Rs 15,000 for the services.
• The request was made more specific by requiring the candidate to be based locally in Indiranagar.

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Social Media Response

The post quickly went viral, with social media users responding with jokes and playful offers. Several users offered to help just for fun, with some users even sharing their own experiences of hiring a "fake parent" in the past. One user shared a story of a college classmate who hired a cook to attend a parent-teacher meeting in 2003, paying him Rs 10,000 for the services.

Key Figures

• Rs 15,000: The amount offered by the student's boyfriend for the services of a "fake parent".
• Rs 10,000: The amount paid by a college student in 2003 for the services of a "fake parent".
• March 13, 2026: The date on which the post was shared on social media.

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