A man in Mumbai spotted a ginger cat at Mumbai Metro’s Gundavali station regularly near the entrance. Realising that the cat remained at the entrance, he decided to jokingly urge the Maha Mumbai Metro Operation Corporation Ltd. to give the “pure soul” an official position. (Image: X/@MMMOCL_Official)

“Dear @MMMOCL_Official, please give this pure soul of Gundavli Metro station an official position. It’s working for free at the moment,” he wrote in a post on X. And the MMMOCL did not disappoint. They took this opportunity and happily decided to play along. (Image: X/@MMMOCL_Official)

Responding to the commuter, MMMOCL made the ginger cat’s position at the station official, at least on social media. It was appointed as the organisation’s Chief Feline Office, or CFO, instantly becoming perhaps Mumbai Metro’s most adorable and talked-about officer. (Image: X/@MMMOCL_Official)

“That’s our Chief Feline Officer,” MMMOCL wrote in their reply to the commuter. “Responsibilities include station inspections, commuter observation and sitting exactly where everyone can admire them.” At the end, they jokingly said, “So far, performance has been purrfect.” (Image: X/@MMMOCL_Official)

In a later update, MMMOCL shared a video of its newly appointed CFO at work, apparently diligently fulfilling its duty on the station. From conducting station inspections to keeping a keen eye on commuters, the feline officer has been fully committed to its work, as per the metro authorities. (Image: X/@MMMOCL_Official)

In the video, the Mumbai Metro authority joked that like every hardworking employee, the Chief Feline Officer also takes regular breaks between shifts. They also revealed that the perks of the prestigious position include unlimited petting from commuters, along with plenty of cuddles, treats and love from people. (Image: X/@MMMOCL_Official)

With fan interactions surging after the CFO went viral on social media, MMMOCL stated it has become a star attraction at Gundavali station. They wrote, “Though we cannot promise an autograph, you may be granted an audience with our CFO the next time you take a Maha Mumbai Metro ride.” (Image: X/@MMMOCL_Official)