German Ambassador To India Buys BMW i7 Electric Car: Breaks Coconut, Ties ‘Nimbu-Mirchi’ [Video]

Most Hindus, when they buy a car or any vehicle, perform certain rituals to seek the blessings of God. However, recently the German Ambassador to India was seen taking delivery of his new BMW i7 electric sedan and performing a few Hindu rituals. In particular, he was seen tying “Nimbu Mirchi” inside his sedan and breaking a coconut in front of his newly received BMW.

#WATCH | Delhi: German Ambassador to India, Philipp Ackermann switches to EV (electric vehicle); ties ‘nimbu-mirchi’ to his car and smashes a coconut on the occasion. pic.twitter.com/OojZh4Nvx3

— ANI (@ANI) October 15, 2024

German Ambassador to India ties Nimbu Mirchi in his BMW i7

This video, showing the German Ambassador to India tying “Nimbu Mirchi” in his BMW i7 electric sedan, has been shared on X by ANI. It starts with the German Ambassador Philipp Ackermann being presented with his brand-new BMW i7 sedan. He first uncovers the luxury sedan and checks it from the outside.

Following this, he is then seen being handed over the unique digital key to the sedan, after which he can be seen attaching the German flag to the front left fender. The German Ambassador then gets handed “Nimbu Mirchi” twined on a thread.

Philipp Ackermann then sits in the front passenger seat and starts tying the “Nimbu Mirchi” on the IRVM. For those who may not be aware, tying “Nimbu Mirchi” to a vehicle, home, or shop is a tradition done to ward off evil spirits, negative forces, or the evil eye.

Soon after this, the German Ambassador can be seen being handed a coconut. It is also a very popular Hindu tradition to break a coconut in front of the vehicle, as it represents prosperity, removes negativity, and brings purity. Finally, he is given a bouquet, and the ceremony concludes.

BMW i7 Electric Sedan

Now, coming to the car, this particular sedan is the German automotive giant BMW’s flagship electric sedan. It costs Rs 2.03 crore, and it appears to be finished in the classy shade of Dravit Grey. Apart from this, it also gets a blacked-out interior.

The BMW i7 electric sedan comes with two electric motors, one at each axle. In total, these electric motors generate 544 bhp and 745 Nm of peak torque. The i7 comes equipped with a 101.7 kWh lithium-ion battery and offers a range of 560-590 km. The i7 boasts a top speed of 239 kmph and a 0 to 100 kmph acceleration time of under 4.7 seconds.

Korean Ambassador to India also performed Hindu rituals

We are delighted to have a new Hyundai Genesis GV80 as the Ambassador’s official vehicle and held a Pooja ceremony wishing for good luck! Join our embassy’s new journey! pic.twitter.com/MV4htMjk1H

— Korean Embassy India (@RokEmbIndia) September 25, 2023

The German Ambassador to India performing Hindu traditions is not the first of its kind. Back in September of last year, the South Korean Ambassador to India also performed similar Hindu rituals during the delivery of his Hyundai Genesis GV80 luxury SUV.

A short video was shared by the Korean Embassy on their X page. In this clip, a Hindu pandit was seen performing all the Hindu rituals and helping the South Korean Ambassador Chang Jae-bok participate in them as well. It was noted that they first made a “Swastik” on the bonnet.

Following this, a garland was put inside the vehicle, and then the pandit breaks a coconut. After this, he rings a bell in front of the vehicle and then ties a thread around the hand of the South Korean Ambassador. The video then shows this luxury SUV doing rounds of the embassy.

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